Blueberry Cream Cheese Puff Pastry
Blueberry Cream Cheese Puff Pastry is a delectable dessert that combines flaky puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling and fresh blueberries.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 package Puff Pastry Typically 17.3 oz, thawed according to package instructions.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened to room temperature.
- 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Can use fresh or thawed frozen blueberries.
- 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 large Egg Beaten, for egg wash.
- All-Purpose Flour For dusting.
- Powdered Sugar For dusting, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Unroll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles, approximately 4x4 inches.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and half of the blueberries. Mix until smooth.
- Place about a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square. Top with a few remaining blueberries.
- Fold the pastry over to seal and crimp the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding different fruits or spices to the filling.