Strawberry Cheesecake Turnovers (Printer-Friendly)
Buttery puff pastry envelops a smooth cream cheese blend with juicy diced strawberries and a dusting of sugar.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Puff Pastry
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1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed, approx. 9.5 x 9.5 inches)
→ Filling
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113 grams (4 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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30 grams (2 tablespoons) powdered sugar, sifted
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0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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80 grams (about 2/3 cup) fresh strawberries, diced
→ Egg Wash
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon water
→ Finishing
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Extra powdered sugar for dusting
# Steps to Make This:
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Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed and cream cheese softened for smooth mixing and easy shaping.
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Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate to maintain consistency.
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Lightly flour a work surface and roll puff pastry to an 11-inch square. Cut into four equal 5.5-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
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Whisk together the egg and water until fully combined. Lightly brush over all pastry squares to promote browning and adhesion.
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Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle, leaving edges unsealed for steam release. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with additional egg wash, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 minutes until golden and puffed.
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Once cooled, carefully slice along the fold with a serrated knife. Pipe or spoon a generous layer of cheesecake filling into each turnover.
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Top the cream cheese filling with evenly diced fresh strawberries to add brightness and texture.
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Lightly sift extra powdered sugar over the filled turnovers for a delicate finish. Serve immediately to maintain crispness.
# Additional Notes:
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Best enjoyed the same day to preserve the crisp texture of the pastry and freshness of the filling.
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Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently to restore flakiness.
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Do not overfill turnovers to prevent bursting during baking.
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Substitute mascarpone cheese for a milder, creamier filling if preferred.