Raspberry Pastry Twists Recipe
Raspberry Pastry Twists are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring flaky puff pastry filled with sweet raspberry jam, twisted into elegant shapes, baked to golden perfection, and lightly dusted with confectioner’s sugar. Perfect as a sweet treat for any occasion or a charming addition to your dessert table.
- Author: Joe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 twists 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- ¼ cup flour (for dusting)
Filling & Topping
- ½ cup raspberry seedless jam (or any flavor)
- 2 tbsp confectioner’s sugar
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Roll Out Pastry: Lightly flour your work surface, then roll out the puff pastry sheets into a 12×16 inch rectangle, ensuring an even thickness.
- Cut Pastry: Cut the rolled pastry in half to create 2 equal rectangles.
- Spread Jam: Evenly spread ¼ cup of raspberry jam onto one of the pastry rectangles.
- Layer Pastry: Place the second rectangle on top of the jam-covered one and press down lightly to seal the layers together.
- Cut Strips: Cut the layered pastry into strips about ½ inch wide, then cut each strip in half lengthwise to create narrower twists.
- Form Twists: Pinch the ends of each strip and twist the dough gently to create spiral shapes.
- Chill Twists: Place the twists on the prepared baking sheet and chill them in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm up before baking.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure optimal baking temperature.
- Bake Pastries: Bake the twists for 10-12 minutes or until they turn a beautiful golden brown color and puff up.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the twists cool on a wire rack to maintain crispness.
- Dust with Sugar: Optionally, dust the cooled twists with confectioner’s sugar before serving for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Use seedless jam to avoid seeping and maintain a neat appearance.
- Ensure puff pastry is properly thawed for easy handling and rolling.
- Chilling the twists before baking helps maintain their shape and prevents spreading.
- Serve these twists fresh for the best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute raspberry jam with your favorite fruit jam or preserves.
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