Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Blueberry Cream Cheese Puff Pastries, where flaky pastry meets a luscious filling of sweet cream cheese and homemade blueberry compote. Perfect for brunch gatherings, afternoon snacks, or as a show-stopping dessert, these pastries are the ultimate treat for any occasion. Each bite delivers a burst of berry flavor complemented by the creamy richness of cream cheese, making them irresistible. With simple preparation steps and minimal ingredients, even novice bakers can create these visually appealing pastries that are sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
- 18 ounces fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- Zest and juice from 1 lemon
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 boxes puff pastry sheets
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugars, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Heat until thickened; let cool.
- Beat softened cream cheese with egg yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets; layer with cream cheese mixture and blueberry filling.
- Cut into crescents, brush with egg wash, and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg