Description
These Cinnamon Cheesecake Puff Pastry Twists are a delightful dessert that combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the flaky goodness of puff pastry, all infused with warm cinnamon flavors. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Coating and Garnish:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese, 3 tbsp sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble the Pastry: Roll out puff pastry, spread filling, fold, and cut into strips. Twist the strips and place on the baking sheet.
- Coat and Bake: Brush twists with butter, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden.
- Finish and Serve: Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm.
Notes
- Serve warm for best taste.
- Drizzle with cream cheese glaze for added sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
