Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Bites: A Delightful Mini Treat
Welcome the warmth of spring and summer with these delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Bites. Perfect for brunches, baby showers, or just a sweet afternoon treat, these mini pastries combine the crispiness of a sugar cookie crust with the smoothness of cream cheese and the fresh zest of strawberries. They’re as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate, promising to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Crust:
- 1 (17.25 oz) package sugar cookie mix
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Fresh Strawberry Topping:
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup seedless strawberry jam
Directions
Sugar Cookie Crust:
- Prepare the Oven and Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to combine the sugar cookie mix, softened butter, and egg until a thick dough forms.
- Shape and Bake:
- Spray each cup of a mini muffin tin generously with non-stick spray. Scoop the dough using a small cookie scoop into each cup, pressing down slightly to level the tops.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes. Immediately after removing from the oven, loosen each cookie with a knife. While still warm, use a tart shaper or the back of a spoon to create a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Let the cookies cool completely in the pan before removing.
Cream Cheese Filling: 3. Mix and Fill:
- In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag and pipe it into the cooled cookie crusts, ensuring to leave enough space for the strawberry topping.
Strawberry Topping: 4. Top and Serve:
- In a small bowl, gently mix the chopped strawberries with the strawberry jam. This mixture should be spooned over the cream cheese filling in each pastry bite.
- Top each pastry bite with about a teaspoon of the strawberry mixture, ensuring the cream cheese layer is covered.
Cooking Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Calories: 180 kcal per bite
- Servings: Makes 24 bites
Serving Suggestions
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Bites are best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to two days, making them a great make-ahead option for events. Serve them as part of a dessert buffet or as a standalone treat with coffee or tea. Their bite-sized nature makes them perfect for gatherings where guests can easily enjoy them as finger food.
Conclusion
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Bites offer a wonderful blend of textures and flavors, making them a charming addition to any dessert table. Their petite size and sweet profile make them especially appealing to guests who appreciate a light yet satisfying treat. Enjoy crafting these delightful bites, and watch them become a new favorite!
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Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Bites
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Description
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Bites fuse the classic flavors of rich cream cheese and vibrant strawberries atop a sweet sugar cookie crust, making them an irresistible treat. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of creamy and fruity flavors, encased in a crisp and buttery crust that melts in your mouth. This dessert is not only a feast for the tastebuds but also a visual treat, with its vibrant red strawberries and luscious cream filling making it a standout at any gathering.
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Crust:
1 (17.25 oz) package sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 egg
Cream Cheese Filling:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Fresh Strawberry Topping:
1/2 to 3/4 cup strawberries, finely chopped
1/4 cup seedless strawberry jam
Instructions
Sugar Cookie Crust:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine sugar cookie mix, butter, and egg with a hand mixer until thick dough forms.
Generously spray each cup of a mini muffin tin. Scoop dough into each cup using a small cookie scoop. Press down slightly to level the tops.
Bake for 9-11 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately loosen each cookie with a knife. While still warm, use a tart shaper to create an indentation in the center of each cookie.
Allow cookies to cool completely before filling.
Cream Cheese Filling:
6. In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla with a hand mixer until smooth.
7. Transfer the filling into a piping bag and pipe it into the indentations of each cookie crust, leaving room for the topping.
Strawberry Topping:
8. Mix chopped strawberries and strawberry jam gently in a small bowl to avoid crushing the berries.
9. Spoon about a teaspoon of the strawberry mixture onto the filled cookie crusts, covering the cream cheese layer.
10. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180