Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid
Indulge in the irresistible Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid, where flaky puff pastry meets a luscious cream cheese filling and sweet, juicy blueberries. This stunning dessert is perfect for brunch or any celebration, delivering a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will captivate your guests. Easy to make and visually impressive, this treat is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture down the center of the pastry and top with blueberries.
- Cut diagonal slits on either side of the filling and braid over the mixture.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 105g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Keep puff pastry cold for flakiness; refrigerate if it warms up. - Substitute blueberries with raspberries or strawberries for variety. - Drizzle icing or sprinkle lemon zest for added flavor.