Description
These Cinnamon Cheesecake Puff Pastry Twists are a delightful treat that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the flaky goodness of puff pastry, all infused with warm cinnamon flavors. Perfect for a sweet snack or a holiday dessert.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Additional:
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare cream cheese filling: In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 10×12-inch rectangle. Spread the cream cheese mixture over half of the pastry. Fold the pastry in half and press gently to seal.
- Prepare cinnamon sugar topping: Combine cinnamon and brown sugar. Brush the pastry with melted butter and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Cut and twist: Slice the pastry into 1-inch wide strips. Twist each strip gently and place on the baking sheet.
- Finish and bake: Beat the egg and brush over the twists. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Best enjoyed warm or can be reheated in a toaster oven.
- Enhance with a pinch of nutmeg or drizzle with icing for added sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
