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Cream Cheese Puff Pastry with Berries and Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 51 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

Delightful cream cheese puff pastries featuring a flaky, golden puff pastry filled with a smooth and sweetened cream cheese mixture, topped with fresh berries or jam, and finished with a sweet glaze or powdered sugar. Perfect as a breakfast treat or an elegant dessert.

Ingredients

Puff Pastry

  • 2 sheets puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, softened (226 grams)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Berries, jam, or any fruits, for topping

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup coarse sugar

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (62.5 grams)
  • 1 tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Thaw the Puff Pastry: Allow puff pastry sheets to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour until softened or microwave each sheet wrapped in paper towels for 15 seconds on each side. The sheets are ready when easily unfolded.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC) to prepare for baking the pastries.
  3. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar using a mixer for 2 minutes on medium speed until smooth. Add egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, then beat again until fully combined.
  4. Cut Pastry Sheets: Unfold each puff pastry sheet and cut each into 6 equal rectangles.
  5. Score Pastry Rectangles: Place the rectangles onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mat. Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, gently score a smaller rectangle inside the center of each pastry piece without cutting through the bottom.
  6. Add Filling and Toppings: Spoon or pipe a couple of tablespoons of the cream cheese filling into the center of each pastry. Top with fresh berries, a teaspoon of jam, or leave plain as desired.
  7. Apply Egg Wash: Whisk the whole egg to create an egg wash and brush it around the edges of the pastry rectangles. Sprinkle coarse sugar over the egg-washed edges for a crunchy finish.
  8. Bake the Pastries: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pastry is deeply golden brown and puffed. Avoid underbaking to ensure the centers cook through.
  9. Cool Pastries: Remove from oven and let the pastries cool for 10 to 15 minutes before glazing or serving.
  10. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth with a thick yet runny consistency. Adjust by adding more powdered sugar if too thin or more milk in 1/2 tsp increments if too thick.
  11. Drizzle or Sprinkle: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pastries using a spoon, moving it side to side to create an even coverage. Alternatively, sprinkle powdered sugar on top for a simple finish.
  12. Store and Reheat: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm in a toaster oven or a 350ºF oven for 5 to 10 minutes until warmed through.

Notes

  • Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed and pliable for easy handling and proper baking.
  • Baking at 375ºF allows the center of the pastry to cook thoroughly without burning the crust.
  • Glaze consistency is key; adjust powdered sugar and milk gradually for perfect drizzling.
  • Use fresh berries or jam of your choice to customize the flavor.
  • To maintain crispness, store pastries in an airtight container and reheat before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/cream-cheese-puff-pastry-with-berries-and-glaze-recipe/