Strawberry Cream Cheese Turnovers (Print-Friendly Version)
Flaky pastry with strawberries and cream cheese for a sweet, creamy treat everyone will love.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Puff Pastry
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1 box (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, thawed
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Preserve
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1 cup strawberry preserves or jam
→ Egg Wash
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon water
→ Finishing
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Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, yielding a total of 8 squares.
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Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry square. Top each with 1 tablespoon of strawberry preserves.
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Fold each pastry square into a triangle, enclosing the filling. Seal the edges firmly with the tines of a fork.
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Beat egg with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Gently brush the tops of each turnover with the egg wash.
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Arrange turnovers on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
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Allow turnovers to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ensure puff pastry is thoroughly thawed for optimal flakiness. Do not overfill to prevent leakage during baking.