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Cream Cheese Puff Pastry

Cream Cheese Puff Pastry with Sweet Berry Bliss

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Cream Cheese Puff Pastry, a delightful treat with flaky exteriors and creamy interiors, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 pastries
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Baked
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 egg Egg Wash For golden brown finish; can substitute with milk
Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature; Neufchâtel for lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sugar alternative can be used
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used
Toppings
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries or Jam Any fruit or canned fillings
  • 1/4 cup Coarse Sugar Regular granulated sugar can be used
Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Milk Non-dairy option for vegan

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • knife
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw puff pastry at room temperature for about 30 minutes until pliable.
  2. Combine cream cheese and sugar in a bowl, beat until smooth. Add egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla; mix until velvety.
  3. Cut puff pastry into six rectangles on a baking sheet. Score a border and fill with cream cheese mixture.
  4. Brush egg wash around edges and sprinkle coarse sugar on top.
  5. Bake in preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar and milk; drizzle on cooled pastries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is room temperature for smooth filling. Lemon juice balances the sweetness; avoid underbaking for best results.

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