Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid
Indulge in the delightful Blueberry Cream Cheese Pastry Braid, a perfect blend of sweet blueberries and creamy cheese enveloped in a flaky puff pastry. This recipe is not only easy to make but also visually stunning, making it an excellent choice for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or as a delicious dessert. With its inviting aroma and gorgeous presentation, you’ll impress your family and friends at any occasion. Whether you serve it warm with coffee or as a sweet treat after dinner, this pastry braid is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix blueberries with cornstarch and lemon juice; set aside.
- Beat cream cheese with granulated sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface; spread cream cheese mixture over it and top with blueberries.
- Cut strips along the sides of the pastry and braid by folding alternating strips toward the center.
- Brush the braid with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Whisk powdered sugar and milk together for glaze; drizzle over the cooled braid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg