Spicy Apple Twists Pillsbury Bake Off Winner Recipe

Name: Spicy Apple Twists Pillsbury Bake Off Winner
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Baking Apples; All Purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon salt (omit if using self-rising flour); 1 cup vegetable shortening, chilled and cut into small pieces; Cold Water; 2 tablespoons softened margarine; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup ice water (or more, as needed)

Relive a piece of baking history with this winning recipe from the 1958 Pillsbury Bake-Off! Dorothy Devault's Spicy Apple Twists are miniature pastries—a lighter take on classic apple dumplings. These delightful twists are easy to make and incredibly delicious. Imagine warm, spiced apples nestled in a flaky, buttery pastry, then served in a charming dessert dish with a dollop of whipped cream and a cherry on top! A truly unforgettable treat for your family and friends.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 677 kcal

Protein 10g

Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)

Spicy Apple Twists Pillsbury Bake Off Winner

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Apple Twists Pillsbury Bake Off Winner

Baking Apples
All Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon salt (omit if using self-rising flour)
1 cup vegetable shortening, chilled and cut into small pieces
Cold Water
2 tablespoons softened margarine
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup ice water (or more, as needed)

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How to Make Spicy Apple Twists Pillsbury Bake Off Winner

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt (if using).
Cut in shortening using a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing lightly with a fork until the dough just comes together.
Form dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12x12 inch square.
Spread with 1 tablespoon of softened margarine.
Fold two opposite sides of the dough to the center.
Roll the folded dough into a 16x10 inch rectangle.
Cut the rectangle crosswise into 16 equal strips.
Wrap one strip of dough around each apple wedge.
Place the wrapped apple wedges 1/2 inch apart in an ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan.
Brush each wrapped apple wedge with melted margarine.
In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon.
Sprinkle the sugar-cinnamon mixture over the wrapped apples.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Pour 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the pan.
Bake for an additional 12-17 minutes, or until the apple twists are golden brown and the apples are tender.
Spoon any sauce that has accumulated in the pan over the twists.
Serve warm or cool. Garnish with whipped cream and a cherry, if desired.