Description
Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites are a delightful dessert that combines flaky pastry with a creamy, tangy filling. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from brunch to dessert. With the vibrant flavor of raspberries and the rich texture of cream cheese, each bite offers a satisfying experience that is sure to impress. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these bites are an essential addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raspberry jam
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 14 oz), thawed
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, raspberry jam, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Cut the puff pastry into squares (approximately 3×3 inches).
- Place a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square, fold diagonally to form triangles, and seal edges firmly.
- Bake on the prepared baking sheet for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg