Heart-Shaped Strawberry Cream Cheese Breakfast Pastries
Heart-Shaped Strawberry Cream Cheese Breakfast Pastries are a delightful way to start your day. These flaky pastries are filled with a creamy strawberry mixture that’s both sweet and satisfying. Perfect for special occasions or just a cozy morning at home, these treats are sure to impress with their beautiful presentation and delicious flavor. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality breakfast in the comfort of your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, chopped strawberries, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter or freehand.
- Place filling on one half of each heart, fold over, and seal edges with a fork.
- Mix egg with milk and brush over pastries.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Swap strawberries for blueberries or raspberries for different flavors. - Add almond extract for an extra twist in the cream cheese mixture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.