Introduction

This Blueberry Cream Cheese Puff Pastry is a delightful treat combining flaky, golden puff pastry with a rich, tangy cream cheese filling and a sweet, luscious blueberry compote. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these pastries are impressive yet easy to make at home.

The image shows several croissants on a white plate, each croissant has three visible layers with golden brown baked dough and blueberry filling that is deep purple and slightly glossy, oozing out slightly between the flaky dough layers. The croissants are dusted with white powdered sugar. There are fresh dark blue blueberries scattered around the croissants on the plate. In the background, there are more croissants on a white plate and a white bowl with fresh blueberries on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

18 ounces fresh blueberries
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
Zest from 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 boxes puff pastry sheets
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 egg yolk
⅓ cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Step 2: To prepare the blueberry filling, rinse the blueberries and place them in a medium saucepan. Add sugar, brown sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir to combine.
Step 3: Heat the blueberry mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 4: For the cream cheese filling, beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Add egg yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Beat until well combined.
Step 5: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets. Place one sheet on the prepared baking sheet. (Tip: Cutting diagonal strips in the pastry before adding fillings can make rolling easier.)
Step 6: Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the puff pastry, then spoon half of the cooled blueberry filling on top. You may not use all the filling.
Step 7: Place the second puff pastry sheet over the fillings. Make diagonal cuts and carefully roll up each strip like a crescent. Repeat with the remaining puff pastry sheets and fillings.
Step 8: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the rolled pastries.
Step 9: Bake for about 20 minutes or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
Step 10: Remove from the oven and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use frozen blueberries if fresh are not available; thaw and drain excess liquid before cooking.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese filling for a warm spice twist.
For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative and use a flax egg for the egg wash.
Cutting the puff pastry into strips before adding fillings helps create evenly sized crescent rolls.

Storage

Store leftover pastries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes to restore flakiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a golden-brown pastry roll, made of flaky dough with smooth, glossy layers tightly wrapped around a rich, deep purple blueberry filling that oozes slightly at the bottom edge. The pastry is dusted lightly with white powdered sugar, adding a soft texture on top. It is held by a woman's hand, showing the detailed swirls of the dough and berry filling as they alternate. In the background, there are more similar pastries resting on a white plate, along with scattered fresh blueberries on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the fillings in advance?

Yes, both the blueberry and cream cheese fillings can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Bring them to room temperature before assembling the pastries.

What if I don’t have puff pastry sheets?

You can use homemade puff pastry or other laminated doughs if you prefer, but store-bought puff pastry sheets are convenient and work best for this recipe.

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Delight in flaky, golden puff pastry filled with a luscious blueberry and cream cheese mixture. This recipe combines fresh blueberries cooked down with sugar and lemon, layered with a smooth cream cheese filling, all wrapped in buttery puff pastry crescents. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these Blueberry Cream Cheese Puff Pastries are finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.

Author: Lena
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 8 pastries 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Blueberry Filling

18 ounces fresh blueberries
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
Zest from 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Cream Cheese Filling

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 egg yolk
⅓ cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Puff Pastry & Finishing

2 boxes puff pastry sheets
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to ensure an easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
Make the Blueberry Filling: Rinse the fresh blueberries and place them in a medium saucepan. Sprinkle the blueberries with both sugars, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese for 2 to 3 minutes until it is smooth and creamy. Add the egg yolk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, and continue beating until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Roll Out Puff Pastry Sheets: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheets. Place one sheet on the prepared baking sheet. For easier rolling later, you can cut diagonal slits into the puff pastry before adding the fillings.
Assemble the Pastries: Evenly spread half of the cream cheese filling over the puff pastry sheet. Then, spoon on half of the cooled blueberry filling over the cream cheese. Note that you might not need to use all of each filling. Cover with the second puff pastry sheet.
Create Crescent Shapes: Make diagonal cuts into the top puff pastry sheet and carefully roll up each section like crescents. Repeat the filling and rolling process with the remaining puff pastry sheets and fillings.
Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the whole egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush this mixture generously over the surface of each rolled pastry to achieve a golden and glossy finish when baked.
Bake: Place the prepared pastries in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes or until they turn a beautiful golden brown color.
Finish and Serve: Once baked, remove the pastries from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Dust the tops with powdered sugar to add a delicate sweetness and an elegant appearance before serving.

Notes

You can customize the filling quantities slightly depending on your preference, but be careful not to overfill to avoid leaks.
For a more tart flavor, increase the lemon zest or juice slightly in the blueberry filling.
Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the filling.
Puff pastry can be frozen; thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before using.
Serving these pastries warm enhances the flavors and texture, but they can also be enjoyed at room temperature.

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