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Fruit and Cream Cheese Breakfast Pastries Recipe

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Delight in these easy-to-make Fruit and Cream Cheese Breakfast Pastries that combine flaky puff pastry with a luscious cream cheese filling and fresh fruit topping. Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast, these pastries offer a sweet and tangy flavor with delightful textures, ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 8 pastries

Ingredients

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pastry

  • 1 (17.3-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed
  • 1 1/2 cups fruit (such as strawberries, raspberries, peaches, plums, apples, or pears)
  • 1 large egg
  • Sanding sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese with sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a tangy and sweet base for the pastries.
  3. Prepare Puff Pastry Circles. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured work surface and gently roll them to seal any perforations. Using a 4-inch round cookie cutter or glass, cut out four circles from each sheet, totaling eight pastry circles.
  4. Assemble the Pastries. Place four pastry circles on each lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Lightly score a 1/4-inch circular border around each circle and prick the centers with a fork to prevent excessive puffing. Spread a portion of the cream cheese filling inside the border on each circle and top with your choice of fresh fruit.
  5. Apply Egg Wash and Add Sugar. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash and optionally sprinkle sanding sugar on top for added sweetness and sparkle.
  6. Bake the Pastries. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown, indicating they are perfectly cooked and flaky.
  7. Cool and Serve. Remove the pastries from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool completely or serve warm for a delicious breakfast treat.

Notes

  • Use any fresh or frozen fruit you prefer, such as strawberries, raspberries, peaches, plums, apples, or pears.
  • Make sure puff pastry is fully thawed before working with it to prevent cracking.
  • Optionally dust with powdered sugar just before serving for extra sweetness.
  • The egg wash helps to give the pastry edges a beautiful golden color and glossy finish.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cozykitchenbymaya.com/fruit-and-cream-cheese-breakfast-pastries-recipe/