Pumpkin Pie Twists
These delightful Pumpkin Pie Twists combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie with a unique twist, featuring flaky dough and a gooey spiced pumpkin filling, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamo
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one sheet of puff pastry to about ¼ inch in thickness.
- In a bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla extract.
- Spread half of the pumpkin mixture evenly over the rolled pastry, leaving space at the edges.
- Cut the pastry into strips about 1 inch wide and twist each strip a few times.
- Place the twisted strips on the prepared baking sheet, brushing with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, then cool slightly on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Ensure the pastry is cold when rolling for best results. Prepare the filling ahead of time for convenience.