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Golden, flaky puff pastry twists filled with mixed berry preserves, baked to a crisp caramelized finish with a sweet sugar coating. Perfect for brunch or a special treat.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 twists 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1/2 cup mixed berry preserves
  • 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry to smooth out creases.
  3. Spread 1/2 cup mixed berry preserves evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  4. Combine 1 tablespoon melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, then brush this mixture over the preserves.
  5. Cut the pastry into 8 equal strips using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  6. Gently twist each pastry strip several times to create spirals, pinch the ends to seal, and place the twists on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush each twist with the beaten egg wash, taking care to avoid brushing over the filling.
  8. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons granulated sugar evenly over the tops of the twists.
  9. Bake in the middle rack of the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet once halfway through, until the twists are golden, puffed, and the sugar is lightly caramelized.
  10. Remove from the oven and let the twists cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cold while working to make cutting and twisting easier and to ensure flakiness., Use a thin and even layer of preserves to prevent sogginess; you can add more after baking if desired., If pastry tears while twisting, gently pinch the dough back together., For make-ahead, refrigerate twisted unbaked pastries covered for up to 4 hours before baking; add 1-2 minutes to baking time if baking from cold., Leftover baked twists can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days; reheat in a 300°F oven for 5-10 minutes to restore crispness., Twists freeze well both baked and unbaked for up to 2 months; thaw unbaked twists in the fridge before baking., Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent sogginess; oven reheating maintains texture best.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast / Brunch

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 twist
  • Calories: Approximately 220 calories per twist (estimate)
  • Fat: 10 grams per serving (estimate)
  • Carbohydrates: 30 grams per serving (estimate)
  • Protein: 3 grams per serving (estimate)