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Air Fryer Cinnamon Twists

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Air Fryer Cinnamon Twists, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Twists — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
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Visual Cues & Timing Secrets

The key is to roll the pastry thin enough so the twists get crispy all the way through. Don’t skip the twist—it’s what creates those lovely nooks and crannies that catch the cinnamon sugar. And make sure your air fryer basket isn’t overcrowded; they need room to puff and turn golden.

I always spray the twists lightly with cooking spray before air frying—it helps them brown evenly and get that extra crunch. Flipping halfway is crucial for even cooking, but don’t peek too often or you’ll lose heat. You’ll know they’re done when they’re deep golden and smell like a bakery.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Air Fryer Cinnamon Twists
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Air Fryer Cinnamon Twists

These air fryer cinnamon twists are golden, crispy on the outside, and tender inside, with a buttery cinnamon-sugar coating that makes them irresistible. They're a quick, healthier twist on fried dough that home cooks love for their simplicity and crowd-pleasing flavor.

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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time25 mins
Servings6 twists
CourseDessert
Calories210 kcal

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into a 10x12-inch rectangle. Brush with melted butter (and vanilla if using), then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
  3. Cut the pastry into 1-inch wide strips. Twist each strip a few times and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between twists.
  4. Spray the twists lightly with cooking spray. Air fry at 375°F for 7-9 minutes, until golden and puffed, flipping halfway through.
  5. Remove from the air fryer and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra crispiness, let the twists cool for a few minutes after air frying—they'll set up nicely. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 2 months; reheat in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 210 kcalProtein: 3gCarbs: 28gFat: 10gFiber: 1g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.