Puff Pastry With Cream Cheese Filling
Cream cheese provides the perfect creamy balance in this cheese puff pastry recipe, combining light, buttery puff pastry with a smooth, tangy filling and the fresh sweetness of berries. The dessert blends textures and flavours beautifully, with crisp layers of pastry, rich cream cheese, and juicy, vibrant berries.
This puff pastry recipe is versatile, ideal for individual bites or for larger portions to share. Popular for its taste and elegant appearance, it’s also convenient to make. Using pre-made puff pastry simplifies the process, allowing anyone to create this delicious dessert with minimal effort.
Perfect for home bakers, this pastry recipe delivers a visually stunning and indulgent treat that’s both easy and impressive.
How to Make
- 1.
Prepare the Puff Pastry
Thaw puff pastry sheets at room temperature for 30–60 minutes, or microwave for 15 seconds on each side until soft. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
- 2.
Make the Cream Cheese Filling
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar for 2 minutes on medium speed. Add egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and continue beating until smooth and fully combined.
- 3.
Cut and Score the Pastry
Unfold each puff pastry sheet and cut into 6 rectangles. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Score a smaller rectangle in the center of each piece, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- 4.
Fill the Pastry
Spoon or pipe 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese filling into the center of each rectangle. Add berries, jam, or leave the filling plain, as desired.
- 5.
Add Egg Wash and Sugar
Brush the edges of the pastries with beaten egg wash. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top for extra crunch.
- 6.
Bake the Pastries
Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed. Check the center to ensure the pastry is fully cooked. Let the pastries cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- 7.
Add Glaze (Optional)
In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with milk to a thick but pourable consistency. Adjust by adding more milk or sugar if needed. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pastries or sprinkle with additional powdered sugar before serving.
Fun Facts About Cheese Puff Pastry Recipe
- Cream cheese-filled pastries evolved from cheesecakes and tarts into individual, portable treats.
- Pasty recipe is now popular worldwide in cafes, bakeries, and homes, often paired with fruits or chocolate.
- Puff pastry (pâte feuilletée), dating back to 17th-century France, is prized for its flaky, layered texture created by folding butter into dough.