Strawberry Flaky Puff Pastry (Print-Friendly Version)
Layers of crisp pastry, creamy cheese, and strawberries make these airy puffs a delicious, simple dessert.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Puff Pastry
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1 sheet store-bought puff pastry
→ Strawberry Compote
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1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
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60 ml lemon juice
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50 g granulated sugar
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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225 g cream cheese, softened
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67 g granulated sugar
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120 ml heavy cream
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10 ml vanilla extract
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1.25-2.5 ml almond extract
→ Assembly and Garnish
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
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Fresh strawberries, sliced
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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Cut one sheet of puff pastry into six equal rectangles. Arrange pieces on the prepared tray and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
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Place 1 cup of sliced strawberries in a medium saucepan. Add sugar and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, gently mashing berries with a fork or potato masher. Simmer on low for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
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In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sugar. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth, about 1–2 minutes. Add heavy cream and beat until lightly aerated, 1–2 minutes. Blend in vanilla and almond extracts for another minute.
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Allow baked pastry to cool. Halve each pastry horizontally. Spread several tablespoons of cream cheese filling on the bottom half. Top with 4–6 slices of fresh strawberry, then spoon 1–2 tablespoons of compote over berries. Cover with the top pastry half.
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Dust each assembled puff with powdered sugar before serving.
# Extra Information:
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Ensure both the puff pastry and compote are cooled to prevent the filling from melting.
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Stir the strawberry compote regularly while cooking to prevent scorching.