Description
This Pumpkin Twist Pastry is a visually stunning, flaky treat filled with spiced pumpkin puree, perfect for autumn gatherings or a festive dessert. Made with ready-made puff pastry and a warmly spiced pumpkin filling, it’s both impressive and surprisingly easy to make, resulting in a golden, buttery pastry with a swirl of sweet pumpkin goodness.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Filling
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/8 tsp salt
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed, about 9x9 inches each)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Optional Garnishes
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Maple glaze or icing (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Pumpkin Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined and smooth. Set aside.
- Roll Out the Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, lay out both sheets of puff pastry. If needed, roll them gently to smooth and slightly enlarge.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the pumpkin filling onto one sheet of puff pastry, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- Layer and Seal: Place the second pastry sheet directly over the first, aligning the edges. Gently press edges to seal.
- Shape and Cut: Place a round plate or bowl (about 8 inches) on top as a guide and trim the pastry into a neat circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Mark and Twist: Place a small cup or glass in the center to mark, then cut the pastry into 16 equal strips outward from the center, leaving the middle uncut. Twist each strip 2-3 times for a spiraled effect.
- Egg Wash: Brush the entirety of the pastry with beaten egg to ensure it bakes to a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the pastry for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and beautifully golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pastry to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For richer flavor, use homemade pumpkin puree.
- Try adding a sprinkle of chopped pecans for crunch.
- This pastry is best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
