Christmas Tree Cinnamon Pastries
Christmas Tree Cinnamon Pastries are the ultimate festive treat, combining a flaky puff pastry with a gooey cinnamon-sugar filling that evokes the warmth and joy of the holiday season. These charming tree-shaped pastries not only look delightful but also fill your home with the inviting aroma of cinnamon. Perfect for gatherings, gift-giving, or cozy nights in, they are bound to become a cherished holiday tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 pastries 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Brush melted butter over the pastry, then sprinkle evenly with the sugar mixture.
- Cut the pastry into tree shapes using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Brush each tree with egg yolk for shine and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Dust with powdered sugar after cooling slightly and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Swap cinnamon for nutmeg or add chocolate chips for variations. Drizzle icing on top for an extra festive touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.