Sunshine Lemon Cream Cheese Puff Pastries

Directions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll & Cut: On a floured surface, gently roll out each puff pastry sheet to smooth creases. Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares (12 total).
3. Filling: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with 1 cup of lemon pie filling until smooth.
4. Assemble: Place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of 6 squares. Top with remaining squares, pressing edges with a fork to seal.
5. Bake: Brush pastries with egg wash. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and puffed. Cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar.

Serving Ideas

• Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
• Pair with fresh berries or a citrus salad for contrast.
• Enjoy with iced tea or coffee for a brunch treat.

Tips & Twists

• Filling Swap: Use blueberry, apple, or raspberry pie filling for variety.
• Extra Creamy: Add 2 extra oz cream cheese to the filling.
• Glaze Drizzle: Mix ½ cup powdered sugar + 1 tbsp lemon juice; drizzle over cooled pastries.
• No Parchment? Lightly grease the baking sheet instead.

“These pastries are little hugs from the oven—bright, buttery, and bound to bring smiles!” 🌞🍋