Fruity Cheese Pastry Bites (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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6 ounces softened cream cheese
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla
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1 (17.3-ounce) box thawed frozen puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
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1 1/2 cups seasonal fresh fruit
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1 large beaten egg
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Coarse sugar for topping (if you want)
# Steps to Follow:
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Turn your oven to 400°F and put parchment paper or Silpats on two baking sheets.
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Beat together cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lemon peel, and vanilla in your stand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
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Lay puff pastry on a floured surface. Smooth out the creases with a rolling pin. Use a 4-inch round cutter or drinking glass to make four circles from each pastry sheet.
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Place four dough circles on each baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Score a ring 1/4-inch from the edge, then poke the middle with a fork. Spread cream cheese mix inside the scored border and top with your chosen fruit.
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Mix the egg with a tablespoon of water in a small bowl. Brush the pastry edges with this egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if you'd like.
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Pop them in the oven for about 15 to 18 minutes until they're puffy and golden brown.
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Take pastries out and let them sit on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then move them to a cooling rack until completely cool.
# Additional Tips:
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You can swap in whatever fruits you like in these pastries. Go with what's in season or your favorites - strawberries, raspberries, peaches, plums, apples or pears all work great.