Description
Indulge in the heavenly delight of a Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid. This flaky, golden pastry envelops a luscious cream cheese filling and sweet blueberries, making it perfect for brunch or dessert. Its beautiful braid design not only pleases the eyes but also warms the heart with every delicious bite. Whether hosting a gathering or savoring a cozy morning treat, this pastry is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and half of the blueberries until well combined.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface; trim as needed for smoothness.
- Cut diagonal slits along each side of the pastry, leaving space for filling in the center.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture down the center and top with remaining blueberries.
- Fold over strips of pastry alternately toward the center to create a braid.
- Brush the braid with beaten egg before baking for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (82g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg