Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists – Gooey, Flaky & Totally Addictive!
These Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists are a dessert dream come true! Buttery puff pastry is wrapped around rich, melty chocolate chip cookie dough and baked to golden perfection. With a crisp exterior and soft, gooey center, they’re perfect for parties, weekend baking, or a sweet treat with coffee. Quick to assemble and endlessly customizable—think nuts, caramel drizzle, or even a dusting of powdered sugar. Save this recipe for your next indulgent baking session!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Rolling Pin
- Pizza cutter or sharp knife
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup mini chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped nuts, white chocolate chips, cinnamon
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade), thawed
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Optional: powdered sugar or melted chocolate for garnish
Instructions
Make the Cookie Dough:
- Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add vanilla and salt. Mix in flour until combined. Fold in chocolate chips and optional mix-ins. Chill for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Pastry:
- Roll out puff pastry into a rectangle (~10x12 inches). Spread chilled cookie dough over half the surface. Fold the other half over to sandwich the filling.
Cut & Shape:
- Slice into 1-inch strips using a pizza cutter. Twist each strip gently and place on a lined baking sheet.
Bake:
- Brush with egg wash. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.
Serve:
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate. Pair with coffee, milk, or fruit compote.
Notes
- For chewier twists, use homemade yeast dough instead of puff pastry.
- Dough can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze unbaked twists for up to 2 months—bake straight from frozen.
- Reheat in oven or air fryer uncovered to maintain crispness.
- Try flavor variations like Nutella, peanut butter swirl, or orange zest for a twist on the twist!