Description
Delightful blueberry cream cheese puff pastry whisks sweet memories from French bakeries into a simple home kitchen. Flaky layers of buttery pastry cradle rich cream cheese and juicy blueberries, promising a delectable escape you’ll savor with each heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry Base:
- 1 sheet (8 ounces/225 grams) puff pastry, thawed
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Topping and Glaze:
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (if using frozen blueberries)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick surface.
- Gently unfold the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface, smoothing out any creases. Slice the sheet into 6 equal rectangular portions using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Whip the softened cream cheese with sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a mixing bowl until the mixture becomes silky and uniform, ensuring no lumpy textures remain.
- If using frozen blueberries, coat them with flour to prevent excess moisture. Fresh blueberries can be used directly without additional preparation.
- Position the pastry rectangles on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining a 2-inch gap between each piece. Spread cream cheese mixture centrally on each rectangle, leaving a small uncoated border.
- Evenly distribute blueberries across the cream cheese layer, gently pressing them to secure their position.
- Create a decorative border by lightly scoring the pastry edges without cutting completely through. Alternatively, fold the edges inward for a rustic appearance.
- Combine egg and milk, then delicately brush the pastry borders with the mixture to achieve a golden-brown finish during baking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastries rise dramatically and edges turn a rich golden color. The cream cheese filling should set while maintaining a slight softness.
- Craft the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust liquid quantity to achieve a drizzling consistency.
- Allow pastries to rest on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes after removing from the oven. Elegantly drizzle glaze over the warm pastries and serve either warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Ensure your puff pastry is completely thawed and patted dry to avoid excess moisture that can make the base soggy.
- Swap blueberries with raspberries or mixed berries for a different flavor profile and vibrant color variations.
- Keep cream cheese at room temperature for smoother, lump-free filling that spreads easily across pastry.
- Prepare pastry components separately and assemble just before baking to maintain crisp texture and prevent pastry from becoming soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 246
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 122 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg