Description
Delightful Berry Cream Cheese Pastry Cups, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (e.g., raspberries, blueberries)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 6 even squares. Lightly grease a muffin tin and gently press the pastry squares into the cups, allowing the edges to fold over the top.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Pastry Cups: Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into each pastry cup. Top with a few mixed berries per cup.
- Egg Wash: Beat the reserved egg white with the tablespoon of milk. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the egg wash to promote a golden color.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pastries to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Berry Variations: You can substitute the berries with your favorites or seasonal fruits for variety.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a low oven before serving.
- Flavor Enhancements: Add a zest of lemon or orange to the cream cheese mixture for a citrusy twist.
- Thawing Puff Pastry: Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed so it’s pliable and doesn’t crack when folding into the muffin tin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg