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Flaky Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry

Flaky Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry
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Flaky Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry is a delightful treat combining buttery, flaky puff pastry with a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling and juicy cherries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this elegant pastry offers a delicious balance of textures and flavors that’s both simple to prepare and impressive to serve.

Ingredients

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Pastry Base

  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen, about 8x8 inches)

Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and drained if frozen

Finishing

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the cherries, keeping some whole for bursts of flavor, and set aside.
  2. Roll Out Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, unfold the puff pastry sheet and roll it out slightly to an even thickness, preparing it to hold the filling without tearing.
  3. Assemble the Pastry: Cut the puff pastry into squares or rectangles. Spoon a generous amount of the cherry cream cheese filling onto half of each piece, leaving the edges clear for sealing.
  4. Seal and Brush: Fold the pastry over the filling to form a pocket, pressing the edges firmly with a fork to seal. Brush the tops with beaten egg wash to achieve a glossy, golden finish when baked.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Place the assembled pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.

Notes

  • Keep puff pastry sheets chilled until assembling to preserve flakiness.
  • If using frozen cherries, thaw and drain thoroughly to avoid soggy pastry.
  • Do not overfill pastries to prevent leaking during baking.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut pastry for clean edges and even puffing.
  • Watch baking time carefully to prevent burning and achieve perfect golden crust.

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Keywords: flaky pastry, cherry dessert, cream cheese pastry, puff pastry, cherry pastry, brunch pastry

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