Pumpkin Pie Pastry Twists (Recipe for Printing)

Flaky puff pastry spirals filled with spiced pumpkin, ideal for fall snacking or a festive dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Pastry and Filling

01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
02 - 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
03 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Garnish and Finish

09 - 1 large egg, beaten
10 - Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to remove any creases.
03 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and ground cloves. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
04 - Spread the pumpkin filling evenly over the rolled-out pastry sheet, leaving a narrow border along the edges.
05 - Carefully fold the puff pastry in half to cover the filling and gently press to seal.
06 - With a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the layered pastry into strips approximately 1 inch wide.
07 - Brush the surface of each strip with beaten egg for a glossy finish.
08 - Arrange the strips on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown.
09 - Transfer the baked twists to a wire rack and allow them to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Ensure the puff pastry remains cold before baking for optimal flakiness and rise.