These delightful Peppermint Puff Pastry Sticks are the perfect treat for the holiday season. Crispy, flaky layers of puff pastry are infused with a refreshing hint of peppermint and a sprinkle of sugar, making them a simple yet impressive dessert or snack. They’re wonderfully easy to prepare, requiring just a few ingredients and minimal effort, yet they deliver big on flavor. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a sweet minty treat, these sticks offer a beautiful balance of buttery pastry and cool peppermint, perfect for enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- Optional: White chocolate, melted, for drizzling
Instructions:
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/8-inch thick.
- Add Peppermint Flavor: Brush the entire surface of the puff pastry with melted butter. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top. Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the pastry and spread it gently with a brush or spoon to distribute the flavor.
- Cut and Shape the Sticks: Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the puff pastry into strips about 1/2 inch wide and 6 inches long. Twist each strip gently to create a spiral shape, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Top with Crushed Peppermint: Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candies or candy canes over the twisted pastry strips. Press gently to ensure the candy adheres to the pastry.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and crisp. Keep an eye on them as they can brown quickly.
- Optional Drizzle: If desired, drizzle melted white chocolate over the baked sticks for an extra touch of sweetness and decoration.
- Serve: Allow the Peppermint Puff Pastry Sticks to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the festive peppermint flavor with every bite!
These Peppermint Puff Pastry Sticks are perfect for holiday parties, as gifts, or simply as a fun and festive treat to enjoy at home.
