Description
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of spring with these delightful Spring Vanilla Cream Blueberry Twists. Featuring a flaky puff pastry base filled with a luscious vanilla cream cheese mixture and juicy blueberries, these twists are perfect for brunches, tea parties, or as a sweet treat to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the fresh blueberries over the cream cheese layer.
- Fold the puff pastry in half lengthwise, enclosing the filling.
- Cut the folded pastry into strips, then twist each strip several times to create a spiral.
- Place the twists onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry remains cold while working with it to achieve the best puff during baking.
- You can substitute blueberries with other berries like raspberries or blackberries.
- For an added touch, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
