Description
Indulge in these Easy Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites, where creamy, tangy cream cheese meets luscious raspberries in a flaky pastry shell. Perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet afternoon snack, these delightful bites are quick to prepare and sure to impress. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create a treat that brings joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package pre-made puff pastry sheets (about 17.3 oz)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and half of the raspberries. Mix until smooth.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch squares.
- Place one tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture and two whole raspberries in the center of each square. Fold corners over to seal.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for five minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For a twist, substitute raspberries with strawberries or blueberries. - Drizzle melted chocolate on top for added indulgence. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.