Description
Delicate blueberry cream cheese puff pastry whispers French bakery elegance with its golden, flaky layers and luscious berry-cream filling. Sweet and tangy notes dance together, promising a delightful escape to culinary bliss you’ll savor in every heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 18 oz (510 g) fresh blueberries
- 2 boxes puff pastry sheets
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
Sugars and Sweeteners:
- ¼ cup (50 g) sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup (67 g) sugar
Baking and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- Zest from 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring a non-stick surface for delicate pastries.
- Create a vibrant blueberry compote by combining fresh blueberries with sugars, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Gently cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring consistently until the berries burst and the sauce thickens into a rich, glossy consistency.
- Whip the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until silky smooth, incorporating egg yolk, sugar, vanilla, and a hint of lemon juice to develop a luxurious, tangy filling.
- Gently unfold the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface, carefully spreading the cream cheese mixture across one sheet, followed by an even layer of the cooled blueberry compote.
- Layer the second puff pastry sheet on top, using a sharp knife to create diagonal cuts that will help form elegant, crescent-shaped pastries.
- Carefully roll the pastry into delicate crescents, sealing the edges to prevent filling from escaping during baking.
- Prepare an egg wash by whisking egg with water, then delicately brush the surface of each pastry to ensure a golden, glossy finish.
- Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet and bake for approximately 20 minutes, watching for a perfectly crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Once cooled slightly, dust the pastries with a light veil of powdered sugar, creating an elegant and inviting presentation.
Notes
- Prep like a pro by ensuring all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better flavor blending.
- Use fresh, plump blueberries for the most vibrant and intense fruit filling that bursts with natural sweetness.
- Create crisp, flaky layers by handling puff pastry gently and avoiding excessive handling to prevent tough texture.
- Add a zesty twist with fresh lemon zest and juice, which brightens the cream cheese and blueberry flavors dramatically.
- Allow fillings to cool completely before assembling to prevent soggy pastry and maintain optimal structural integrity.
- Experiment with alternative berries like raspberries or strawberries for delightful seasonal variations of this versatile dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg