Description
These Irresistible Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites are the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion! With a crisp, flaky pastry shell, creamy cream cheese filling, and a sweet raspberry topping, they’re a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Whether you’re hosting a party or treating yourself, these bites are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam or preserves
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish, optional)
- 1 tablespoon egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 9 equal squares or rectangles.
- Fill the Pastry: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square. Fold the corners slightly inward, forming a small pocket, leaving some of the cream cheese exposed in the center.
- Add the Raspberry Jam: Top each filled pastry with a small dollop of raspberry jam.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash for a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake: Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Garnish and Serve: Let the bites cool slightly before garnishing with fresh raspberries. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the cream cheese filling and freeze the unbaked bites for up to 1 month. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Substitute Jam: Feel free to use any fruit jam or preserves, such as strawberry, blueberry, or apricot.
- Customize: For a more decadent treat, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150-170 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg