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Blueberry Puff Pastry Braid

  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dessert combining sweet blueberries and creamy cheese wrapped in flaky pastry, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 box puff pastry sheets (thawed)
  • Coarse sugar, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, add blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir together.
  3. In a small bowl, mix water and cornstarch until smooth, then add to the blueberry mixture. Stir for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Add sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets until more square. Spoon half of the cream cheese mixture down the center, leaving 1.5 inches of space at each end. Spoon half of the cooled blueberry mixture over the cream cheese mixture.
  6. Cut two slits at each end of the pastry (about 1 inch long) and fold flaps over the filling. Cut strips on each side of the pastry, angled away from the filling. Fold the strips over each other in a crisscross pattern to create a braid.
  7. Whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush over both braids and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: blueberry, pastry, dessert, brunch, baking

Find it online: https://sweettreatsrecipes.com/blueberry-puff-pastry-braid-blueberry-pastry/