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Rhubarb Cream Cheese Puff Pastries

Rhubarb Cream Cheese Puff Pastries for a Cozy Spring Brunch

These Rhubarb Cream Cheese Puff Pastries are a delightful balance of tart and creamy, perfect for spring brunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pastries
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • Puff Pastry Feel free to use homemade pastry for an extra touch.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Rhubarb You can substitute with thawed frozen rhubarb if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Helps sweeten the rhubarb.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy blending.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the cream cheese mixture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses the filling with depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens the flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Sour Cream Optional for a richer texture.
For the Glaze
  • 1 large Egg Beaten for egg wash.
  • 1 tablespoon Water Helps bind the egg.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls
  • pastry brush
  • Knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the diced fresh rhubarb with granulated sugar and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and sour cream, until smooth.
  4. Roll out the puff pastry until about 1/8 inch thick and cut into 8 equal squares.
  5. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese filling onto each pastry square and top with sugared rhubarb.
  6. Fold the pastry squares into triangles or rectangles, pinching the edges to seal.
  7. Whisk together beaten egg and water, and apply the egg wash over the tops of each pastry.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown, then allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow baked pastries to cool slightly before serving. Store them in an airtight container.

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