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Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid with Vanilla Icing Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid with Vanilla Icing is a delightful and elegant treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Featuring a flaky puff pastry filled with a creamy sweetened cream cheese mixture and fresh blueberries, then braided and baked to golden perfection. Topped with a smooth vanilla icing, this pastry combines classic flavors with a beautiful presentation that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Pastry Filling

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup blueberry preserves or pie filling
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Vanilla Icing

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry into a 10 by 12-inch rectangle. Transfer the rolled pastry sheet to the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Make Cream Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  3. Assemble Filling: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly down the center third of the puff pastry, leaving the two outer thirds clear. Spoon the blueberry preserves or pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer, then sprinkle fresh or frozen blueberries on top for added texture and flavor.
  4. Create the Braid: Using a sharp knife, cut slits approximately 1 inch apart along both the left and right outer thirds of the pastry, angling the cuts toward the center filled section. Fold the pastry strips over the filling alternately from each side to form a beautiful braided pattern. Tuck the ends slightly under the braid to secure.
  5. Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the entire braided pastry surface with the beaten egg to achieve a lovely golden color during baking. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  6. Cool the Pastry: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the pastry braid to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes to set and become easier to slice.
  7. Prepare Vanilla Icing: While the pastry cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk in a small bowl until the icing is smooth and pourable.
  8. Drizzle Icing and Serve: Drizzle the vanilla icing over the slightly cooled pastry braid. Slice into 8 pieces and serve warm or at room temperature for a deliciously sweet and flaky treat.

Notes

  • You can substitute blueberry preserves with any berry preserves of your choice for variation.
  • For a sweeter filling, consider adding an additional teaspoon or two of sugar to the cream cheese mixture.
  • This braided pastry can be prepared ahead of time, stored, and gently reheated in the oven before serving.

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