These Cream and Berry Pastry Balls are a delightful, bite-sized dessert that combines flaky puff pastry, luscious cream, and juicy berries for a treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Perfect for brunch, parties, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients:
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 tbsp powdered sugar (+ extra for dusting)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries), chopped if large
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1 egg (for egg wash)
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1 tbsp water
Instructions:
1. Prep the Pastry:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly and cut into 9 equal squares.
2. Make the Cream Filling:
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In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Assemble the Pastry Balls:
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Place 1 tsp cream mixture in the center of each pastry square.
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Top with a few berry pieces.
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Fold the pastry corners over the filling, pinching the edges to seal into a ball.
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Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
4. Bake:
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Whisk egg + water and brush lightly over pastry balls.
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Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden and puffed.
5. Serve:
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Dust with powdered sugar while warm.
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Optional: Drizzle with honey or melted white chocolate.
Tips:
✨ Use frozen berries (thawed & patted dry) if fresh aren’t available.
✨ Swap cream cheese for mascarpone for extra richness.
✨ Serve with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent twist!
These pastry balls are flaky, creamy, and bursting with berry goodness—easy yet impressive! 🍓😋 Enjoy!