Active Time

　　15 min

　　Total Time

　　40 min

　　

Ingredients

Makes 8 pastries

　　1 frozen puff pastry sheet (from a 17 1/4-ounce package), thawed according to package instructions

　　1/2 cup apricot jam (6 ounces), melted

　　1/4 cup confectioners sugar

　　1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk

　　2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

　　

Special Equipment

parchment paper

　　

Step 1

Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

　　

Step 2

Roll out pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 12- by 10-inch rectangle, then cut in half lengthwise. Cut each half crosswise into 4 (5- by 3-inch) strips (for a total of 8 strips).

　　

Step 3

Spread each strip with 1/2 tablespoon jam, then fold strips in half lengthwise to form 1 1/2-inch-wide strips. Twist each strip 3 times and place on baking sheet.

　　

Step 4

Bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer twists to a rack set over a sheet of parchment. Stir together confectioners sugar, cream, and lemon juice until smooth, then brush over warm twists. Serve warm.