Delicious American Twists Recipe

American twists are a classic sweet treat that are perfect for any occasion. These flaky pastries are filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture and topped with a powdered sugar glaze. Serve them warm with a cup of coffee for a delicious breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

• 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons of cinnamon
• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup of powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons of milk
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one sheet of puff pastry into a rectangle.
4. Brush the puff pastry with half of the melted butter and sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the top.
5. Starting at one end, tightly roll up the pastry into a log and slice it into 1/2 inch pieces.
6. Place the slices on the prepared baking sheet and repeat with the remaining puff pastry sheet.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the twists are golden brown and flaky.
8. Meanwhile, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
9. Drizzle the glaze over the warm twists and let them cool slightly before serving.
10. Enjoy your homemade American twists!

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