Description

These flaky pumpkin pie twists combine buttery puff pastry with creamy pumpkin filling, making them the perfect handheld fall dessert that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg, beaten with a splash of water (egg wash)
Optional: powdered sugar mixed with milk for glaze

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out one sheet of puff pastry until slightly thinner (about 1/8 inch).
Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over half of the pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges.
Fold the pastry sheet in half lengthwise to cover the filling. Gently press the edges to seal.
Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the pastry into 1-inch-wide strips.
Carefully twist each strip several times and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each twist.
Brush each twist with the beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
Optional: Mix powdered sugar and milk to create a drizzle and drizzle over the twists for extra sweetness.

Notes

[‘Don’t overfill the pastry to prevent leaks.’, ‘Chill the puff pastry if it becomes too soft while working.’, ‘Sprinkle sugar over the twists before baking for extra golden perfection.’, ‘Experiment with spices like cardamom or allspice for a unique flavor.’]

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 twist
Calories: 150
Sugar: 6
Sodium: 120
Fat: 9
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 15
Fiber: 1
Protein: 2

Keywords: pumpkin pie twists, fall dessert, easy pumpkin recipe, puff pastry dessert, handheld dessert