Description
Pumpkin Twists are the perfect autumn treat, combining flaky puff pastry with a warm spiced pumpkin filling, all topped off with a sweet vanilla glaze. These delightful pastries make a stunning presentation for gatherings or can be enjoyed as an afternoon snack. Simple to prepare and full of cozy flavors, Pumpkin Twists are bound to impress your family and friends alike. Whether served at a holiday celebration or as a delicious brunch option, they embody the comforting essence of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 sheets of puff pastry
- 1 cup canned plain pumpkin
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together one large egg and two teaspoons of water in a small bowl for the egg wash.
- In a mixing bowl, combine canned pumpkin, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until well mixed.
- Cut each puff pastry sheet into rectangles and evenly spread the pumpkin filling on each piece. Roll tightly from one end.
- Slice down the center of each rolled pastry, twist the segments together carefully while keeping the filling exposed, and form into circles.
- Place on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, sprinkle coarse sugar if desired, and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling slightly before drizzling with a glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg