Description

These vegan cinnamon sugar knots are cozy, flaky puff pastry treats swirled with a buttery cinnamon sugar filling and coated in more cinnamon sugar. They’re crisp outside, tender inside, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.

Ingredients

1 sheet vegan puff pastry, thawed

3 tablespoons melted vegan butter

2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for filling)

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for filling)

¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating)

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)

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Instructions

Defrost the puff pastry according to package directions so it stays cold but pliable.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a smooth rectangle and brush it with 1½ tablespoons of melted vegan butter.
In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons sugar and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the buttered pastry.
Fold the pastry in half lengthwise and press lightly to seal.
Slice the folded pastry into 8 long strips using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
Twist each strip a few times and form into knots, tucking the ends underneath.
Place knots on the baking sheet and brush tops with about ½ tablespoon melted vegan butter.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden, puffed, and crisp.
While still warm, mix ¼ cup sugar and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon for the coating.
Brush knots with remaining melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar coating.
Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Add orange zest to the filling for a citrus twist.

Sprinkle crushed pecans or walnuts inside before folding for a nutty variation.

Drizzle with a glaze of powdered sugar and almond milk once cooled for extra indulgence.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze after baking.

Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5–7 minutes. Avoid the microwave.

Can be made ahead and refrigerated (unbaked) overnight.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 knot
Calories: 180
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg