Butterflies Are Free
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of "Butterflies Are Free," a whimsical dessert crafted from flaky puff pastry, sweet cinnamon-sugar, and a touch of buttery decadence. These charming butterfly-shaped pastries are quick to make, requiring only 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of baking time, making them the perfect treat for last-minute gatherings or casual indulgence. Each delicate bite boasts layers of golden, caramelized sugar paired with warm cinnamon spice, creating an irresistible crunch in every mouthful. With just four key ingredients—puff pastry, sugar, cinnamon, and butter—this recipe offers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Ideal as a snack, dessert, or even a fun breakfast option, these crispy cinnamon-sugar butterflies are sure to become a family favorite. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and watch them disappear almost as quickly as they came together!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 30 grams unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Line two baking trays with parchment paper and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together. Reserve 1 tablespoon of this mixture for later.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave until fully liquified.
Unroll or thaw the puff pastry sheets if needed. Lightly brush the surface of the first sheet with melted butter.
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered puff pastry sheet.
Starting from one short edge, roll the pastry tightly toward the center. Then, roll the opposite short edge tightly toward the center until both rolls meet in the middle, forming a scroll shape.
Repeat the process with the second puff pastry sheet, buttering and sprinkling with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Using a sharp knife, slice each filled and rolled puff pastry log into 1.5 cm (about 0.6 inches) thick pieces. These slices will resemble butterfly shapes.
Place the pastry slices flat onto the prepared baking trays, leaving at least 2 cm (about 1 inch) of space between each piece as they will expand while baking.
Sprinkle a small pinch of the reserved cinnamon-sugar mixture over each butterfly slice to give them extra sparkle.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the butterflies cool on the baking trays for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy the crispy, sugary layers of 'Butterflies Are Free'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 85 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
