Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Twists (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour, heat-treated
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

→ Pastry

08 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
09 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
10 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, for sprinkling

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes). Add vanilla extract, heat-treated flour, and salt, stirring until smooth. Fold in mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
03 - Roll out puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to desired thickness. Spread cookie dough evenly over half of the pastry.
04 - Fold the empty half of puff pastry over the cookie dough. Press edges together gently to seal. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the pastry into 1-inch strips.
05 - Twist each pastry strip several times and place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each twist for expansion.
06 - Brush each twist with beaten egg wash. Sprinkle with granulated sugar for added sweetness and texture.
07 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until twists are golden brown and puffed. Monitor closely as oven temperatures may vary.
08 - Allow twists to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm for the best experience.

# Notes:

01 - Heat-treating flour beforehand eliminates raw flour risks for safe consumption.
02 - Twists can be made tighter or looser depending on your preference for appearance.