Flaky Raspberry Cream Cheese Pastries Recipe
These Flaky Raspberry Cream Cheese Pastries are a delightful treat combining crisp puff pastry with sweet raspberry jam, fresh raspberries, and a smooth cream cheese drizzle. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they bake to a golden perfection and are topped with a tangy, sweet cream cheese glaze and a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 pastries 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 package of puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 tablespoon raspberry jam per pastry (approx. 1/2 cup total)
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Cream Cheese Drizzle
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare the pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking, then cut each sheet into 4 equal squares for a total of 8 pastries.
- Add the filling: Place a spoonful of raspberry jam in the center of each puff pastry square, then top it with fresh raspberries to add texture and natural sweetness.
- Shape the pastries: Fold the corners of each square inward toward the center and gently press to seal the pastry, creating a neat enclosure for the filling.
- Apply egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of each pastry lightly to achieve a glossy, golden finish when baked.
- Bake: Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Prepare cream cheese drizzle: While the pastries bake, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Beat the mixture until smooth and creamy for a sweet and tangy topping.
- Drizzle and serve: After baking, allow the pastries to cool slightly on a wire rack. Drizzle the cream cheese mixture over each pastry and finish with a dusting of extra powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Notes
- Use cold puff pastry to ensure the layers puff up beautifully during baking.
- Fresh raspberries add a burst of flavor, but frozen can be used if fresh are unavailable; just thaw and drain excess liquid.
- The egg wash helps achieve a shiny, golden crust but can be skipped for a lighter finish.
- These pastries are best served warm but can be reheated in a low oven to refresh their flakiness.
- For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese drizzle.
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