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Cherry Cheese Pastry Pie

Cherry Cheese Pastry Pie
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Indulge in pure joy with this incredibly easy Cherry Cheese Pastry Pie, featuring a flaky puff pastry crust, creamy cheese filling, and sweet cherry topping. Perfect for a quick dessert or a delightful treat any time, this recipe brings smiles with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet (14.1 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
  • 1 large egg, whisked with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in the egg yolk until fully combined.
  3. Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 8 equal squares (or rectangles if preferred).
  4. Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture onto one half of each pastry square/rectangle, leaving a small border.
  5. Top the cream cheese with about 1-2 tablespoons of the cherry pie filling.
  6. Carefully fold the other half of the pastry over the filling, creating a turnover shape. Press down the edges firmly with your fingers, then crimp them with a fork to seal completely.
  7. Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of each pastry with the egg wash. You can also make a few small slits on top of each pastry to allow steam to escape.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed, golden brown, and cooked through.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

For an extra touch, serve the warm pastry pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

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