Description
Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites are the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors encased in flaky puff pastry. These delightful treats are easy to make and ideal for impressing guests at any gathering. With a light, buttery crust and a luscious cream cheese filling topped with fresh raspberries, these bites offer a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
For the Raspberry Topping
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 tablespoon raspberry jam (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 2-inch squares and place them on the prepared baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle with a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- Bake Pastry: Bake the puff pastry squares for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, beating until creamy and well combined.
- Assemble the Bites: Once the puff pastry squares are cooled, gently press down the centers to create a small well. Spoon the cream cheese filling into each well.
- Add Raspberry Topping: Top each bite with a fresh raspberry. For an extra touch of sweetness, you can warm the raspberry jam slightly and drizzle it over the top of each bite.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Heavenly Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites are a wonderful mix of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors, making them perfect for any occasion.
- For a more pronounced raspberry flavor, you can mix some raspberry jam into the cream cheese filling.
- These bites can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
