Description
Delight in these Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites, featuring a creamy filling of sweetened cream cheese and fresh raspberries, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for parties or a cozy afternoon snack, they’re as delicious as they are beautiful!
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (or thawed frozen raspberries, drained)
- 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Puff Pastry:
On a floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut it into 3x3-inch squares.
Assemble the Bites:
Place a teaspoon of cream cheese filling in the center of each square and top with 2-3 raspberries. Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling and seal well.
Apply Egg Wash:
Transfer the bites to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the tops with the beaten egg.
Bake:
Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
Cool and Serve:
Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh raspberries. If using frozen, make sure to thaw and drain them to avoid excess moisture.
- Feel free to experiment with other fruits like strawberries or blueberries!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g