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    Home » Recipes » Vegetarian » Easy Pizza Twists

    Easy Pizza Twists

    Published: Feb 23, 2022 Modified: Aug 18, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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    My easy Puff Pastry Pizza Twists are perfect for back-to-school lunches or a fun appetizer! Sheets of puff pastry are filled with a layer of tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese, cut into slices, then twisted and baked until golden, all in under 30 minutes. Puff pastry pizza makes the best school lunch pizza sticks, and the recipe is so simple, the kids can even help make them!

    Puff Pastry Pizza Twists on a wooden board
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    • Best Pizza Twists
    • Puff Pastry Pizza FAQs
    • Pizza Twists Ingredients
    • Puff Pastry Pizza Toppings
    • Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce
    • How to Make Pizza Twists
    • Puff Pastry Pizza Recipe Tips
    • Kid Lunch Ideas for School
    • Easy Puff Pastry Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Reviews

    Best Pizza Twists

    One of my all-time favorite snacks to make for my kids was pizza twists. Now that they’re all grown up, I get to make them with my grandchildren, and it always brings a smile to my face to see how excited they get helping out in the kitchen!

    This recipe for pizza puff pastry twists is so simple, even the littlest hands can help make it. All you need are a few easy ingredients and 30 minutes to make and bake them. You can even customize pizza twists however you like by adding your favorite pizza toppings!

    Of course, I promise you, these pizza twists are for more than just kids. Adults will love snacking on these too, so they make a great choice for serving as a fun appetizer for movie night or the big game!

    Yummy, easy and whole new twist , haha on pizza. Easy to eat and fun!

    Rosa on Pinterest

    Puff Pastry Pizza FAQs

    Can pizza twists be made ahead of time?

    You can make puff pastry pizza twists ahead of time by assembling them into twists, then freezing them. Bake them straight from frozen until cooked through and golden by adding 5 more minutes to the baking time. They are so easy to make ahead this way!

    Can you freeze puff pastry pizza twists?

    You can freeze pizza twists by assembling them into twists first, then arranging them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze solid, then transfer to a freezer bag labeled with the date. Store for up to 2 months.

    How long is leftover puff pastry pizza good for?

    Leftover puff pastry pizza will last stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Can this be made gluten-free?

    You can make gluten-free pizza twists by using gluten-free puff pastry. Double-check to make sure your tomato sauce is gluten-free as well.

    Puff Pastry Pizza Twists in a bento with an apple, grape tomatoes, and bell peppers

    Pizza Twists Ingredients

    • puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
    • tomato sauce (plus more for dipping)
    • mozzarella cheese, shredded
    • egg
    • water
    • dried oregano
    • garlic powder
    • Parmesan cheese

    This is one of the easiest puff pastry pizza recipes, using just a handful of simple ingredients. If you want, you can customize your pizza twists by adding your favorite toppings, like pepperoni.

    Puff Pastry Pizza Toppings

    Puff pastry finger food is such fun! Want some variety? Try different adding some of these delicious ingredients to your pizza twists:

    • bell peppers
    • mushrooms
    • pepperoni
    • sausage
    • spinach
    • different types of cheese
    • cheesesteak
    • ground beef

    Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce

    My family’s favorite way to enjoy puff pastry pizza twists is by dipping them in homemade garlic butter dipping sauce for pizza. Trust me, you haven’t lived until you try this combination of flavors!

    How to Make Pizza Twists

    1. Preheat oven to 400ËšF and line two baking sheets with parchment paper, or lightly grease with cooking spray.
    2. On a lightly floured surface, roll sheets of puff pastry into smooth, equal rectangles.
    3. Brush the tomato sauce over the top of one of the puff pastry sheets, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
    4. Sprinkle evenly with the shredded mozzarella. Top with the other sheet of puff pastry.
      Filling the Pizza Twists with tomato sauce and cheese
    5. In a small bowl, beat together the egg yolk and water. Brush this egg mixture over the top of the puff pastry, then sprinkle evenly over the top with the oregano, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese. 
    6. Cut the sheet lengthwise into 9 equal long strips, then cross-wise twice to cut the strips into thirds, making 27 small sticks.
      Cutting the Pizza Twists into strips
    7. Twist each stick gently in your hands while holding the two sheets together, and place it on the prepared baking sheet. 
    8. Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, about 15-20 minutes. Serve with additional tomato sauce for dipping.

    Puff Pastry Pizza Recipe Tips

    • You can use pizza dough instead of puff pastry to make pizza twists if you prefer.
    • Defrost frozen puff pastry to room temperature for about an hour before making this recipe to make it easier to roll and twist.
    • Only use shredded cheese to fill the pizza twists. Fresh mozzarella balls have too much moisture and will not work well for this recipe.
    • Add only a thin layer of tomato sauce to the puff pastry, or your pizza twists will leak everywhere!

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    📋 Recipe

    Puff pastry pizza twists in a bento box with marinara dipping sauce in a metal cup

    Easy Pizza Twists (Kid-friendly)

    Isabel Laessig
    Kids will love making this easy recipe for Puff Pastry Pizza Twists with you! Simple ingredients, easy instructions, and just 30 minutes to make.
    4.75 from 35 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 27 Twists
    Calories 116 kcal

    Equipment

    • Baking sheet
    • Parchment paper or cooking oil spray for greasing baking sheet

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 sheets puff pastry defrosted if frozen
    • ¼ cup tomato sauce plus more for dipping
    • ¾ cup mozzarella shredded, low-moisture
    • 1 egg yolk
    • 1 teaspoon water
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
    Cooking Conversions

    See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400ËšF and line two baking sheets with parchment or lightly grease. On a lightly floured surface, roll the 2 sheets of puff pastry into smooth, equal rectangles. Brush the tomato sauce over the top of one of the puff pastry sheets, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle evenly with the shredded mozzarella. Top with the other sheet of puff pastry.
      2 sheets puff pastry, ¼ cup tomato sauce, ¾ cup mozzarella
      Filling the Pizza Twists with tomato sauce and cheese
    • In a small bowl, beat together the egg yolk and water. Brush over the top of the puff pastry. Evenly top with the oregano, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese. Finally, cut the sheet lengthwise into 9 equal long strips, then cross-wise twice to cut the strips into thirds to make 27 small sticks.
      1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon water, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
      Cutting the Pizza Twists into strips
    • Twist each stick gently while holding the two sheets together and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven until puffed and golden, about 15-20 minutes. Serve with additional tomato sauce for dipping, and enjoy!
      Pizza Twists in a bento box with an apple, grape tomatoes, and bell peppers

    Notes

    • You can use pizza dough instead of puff pastry to make pizza twists if you prefer.
    • Defrost frozen puff pastry to room temperature for about an hour before making this recipe to make it easier to roll and twist.
    • Only use shredded cheese to fill the pizza twists. Fresh mozzarella balls have too much moisture and will not work well for this recipe.
    • Add only a thin layer of tomato sauce to the puff pastry, or your pizza twists will leak everywhere!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 91mgPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 0.5mg
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    About Isabel Laessig

    Hi! I’m Isabel Laessig, also known as Family Foodie, creator of Sunday Supper Movement and author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook. Sunday Supper is my mission to bring family back around the dinner table. Join me in making family meal-time a tradition to celebrate!

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