Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid
Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid is a delightful dessert that combines flaky pastry with a rich cream cheese filling and fresh blueberries. This visually stunning treat is perfect for brunch, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Its beautiful braided design and luscious flavor will impress your family and friends. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can achieve bakery-quality results right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, blend cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in blueberries.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface into a rectangle.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture down the center of the pastry, leaving space on the sides. Cut slits along both sides of the filling.
- Fold strips over the filling alternately to create a braid. Pinch ends to seal.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute blueberries with raspberries or strawberries for different flavors. Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the filling's warmth. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat at 350°F (175°C) for best results.