Description
Indulge in these heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites made with flaky puff pastry, creamy filling, and a burst of fruity raspberry flavor. These mini pastries are perfect for a sweet treat or a special dessert.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup raspberry preserves or jam
- 1/4 cup fresh raspberries (optional)
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream (for brushing)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble the Bites: Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares. Place cream cheese mixture, raspberry preserves, and a raspberry on each square. Fold corners over the filling and press to seal.
- Bake: Brush the tops with milk or cream, then bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- You can use any berry jam in place of raspberry preserves.
- Best served fresh, store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a toaster oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
