Cinnamon Sugar Easter Bunny Twists (Printable)
Flaky puff pastry twisted into bunny shapes, coated in cinnamon sugar for a sweet Easter treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pastry Components
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→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating
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→ Decoration
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# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
03 - Roll out puff pastry sheets on lightly floured surface. Brush each sheet with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar mixture.
04 - Using pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut each sheet into 4 long strips approximately 1 1/2 inches wide.
05 - Twist each strip several times, then shape into bunny silhouette: form oval body and loop end for head, pinching to secure. Create small ear pieces if desired.
06 - Place bunny twists on prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each piece for expansion.
07 - Whisk egg with milk in small bowl. Lightly brush each twist with egg wash using pastry brush.
08 - Press chocolate chips or raisins into dough to create eyes if using decoration.
09 - Bake for 13-15 minutes until golden brown and fully puffed.
10 - Remove from oven, cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
# Expert Hacks:
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- The cinnamon sugar creates this incredible crackly coating that reminds me of churros from summer fairs
- They look like you spent hours decorating but actually come together in under 40 minutes
- Perfect for getting little helpers involved in the kitchen without too much mess
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- Work quickly with the pastry once it starts getting soft it becomes impossible to twist neatly
- The bunny shapes puff up quite a bit so give them extra room on the baking sheet
- Egg wash is not optional if you want that beautiful golden bakery finish
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- Use a ruler or your fingers as a guide to make even strips so all bunnies bake uniformly
- Have a small bowl of water nearby moist fingertips help seal the pastry when shaping