This Valentine’s Day pastry is a brunch winner.
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Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, and what better way to show your affection than with this Valentine’s Day pastry? You may be looking for something special, yet simple to create, that will put smiles on the faces of your loved ones.
I often look for a cute pastry to bring for brunch or to make for my kids. Today, I’m excited to share with you a strawberry heart-shaped cream cheese pastry recipe that’s as easy to make as it is delicious to eat.
This post is all about how to make a strawberry cream cheese pastry.
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With the hustle and bustle of daily life, finding time to bake can be a struggle. But here’s a secret – it doesn’t have to be complicated to be remarkable. This strawberry heart-shaped cream cheese pastry proves simplicity can be utterly delicious and easy. Perfect for moms who want to add a touch of sweetness to their Valentine’s Day brunch!
I usually am not a pastry maker, but this Valentine’s Day pastry proved my mind wrong! I can make pastries! It only required a few simple ingredients. Little ones can also help make this easy Valentine’s Day treat. Please give them the task of finding all the ingredients in the kitchen and helping assemble the pastries.
A heart-shaped cookie cutter isn’t a must, but it will help speed up the preparation of this pastry. Here is a heart-shaped cookie cutter you can get off Amazon. If you don’t have a cookie cutter, you can free-hand a heart, make a template with paper or parchment paper, and cut dough with a knife.
Ingredients
- Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry
- Granulated sugar
- Cream cheese
- Flour
- Fresh strawberries
- A dash of love (the most important ingredient!)
Check the full recipe at the end of the post for exact measurements.
Are you planning on making Valentine’s Day cookies? Check out my best no-spread sugar cookie recipe.
How to make Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastries
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out thawed pastry sheets. You can put them back in the refrigerator or add a little flour if they are sticky. Use a heart cookie cutter to cut pastry sheets into hearts. Using a knife, cut a smaller heart shape inside the heart, but don’t cut all the way through.
Mix the cream cheese, flour, and sugar. Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling to assemble the pastry on top of the smaller heart shape. Top with slices of strawberry. Using egg or dairy-free milk, brush the outside of the pastry to help with browning. Then sprinkle the pastry with a bit of sugar. Simple, yet so elegant!
Special Tips and Tricks
I’ve got a few tips to help you get that perfect, golden-brown pastry:
- Always preheat your oven for consistent heat.
- Brushing your pastry with an egg wash will give it a beautiful sheen.
- Keep an eye on your oven; these beauties bake quickly!
- Use an oven thermometer to make sure your oven is baking at the right temperature.
Once out of the oven and slightly cooled, sprinkle them with a little powdered sugar for a touch of magic.
Think about serving these with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a hot cup of cocoa. Remember, presentation is everything. Dress up the serving plate with extra strawberries or a few edible flowers, and watch your creation become the centerpiece of your Valentine’s Day celebration.
This strawberry heart-shaped cream cheese pastry has a delightful taste and adorable appearance, and beauty lies in the love that goes into making it.
I hope this blog post has inspired you to put on your baker’s hat and whip up some love-filled, easy Valentine’s Day treats. Your loved ones will surely appreciate the effort, and I have no doubt you’ll enjoy the baking process just as much.
Happy Valentine’s Day, and happy baking, moms!
For those ready to start baking, here’s the detailed recipe with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry Hearts
Equipment
- 1 Heart Cookie Cutter
Ingredients
- 2 Pepperidge Farm Pastry Puff Sheets Any brand is fine
- 5 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup cream cheese
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 egg Or 3 tbsp dairy free milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out thawed pastry sheets. You can put them back in the refrigerator or add a little flour if they are sticky.
- Use a heart cookie cutter to cut pastry sheets into hearts.
- Using a knife, cut a smaller heart shape inside the heart, but don’t cut all the way through.
- Mix the cream cheese, flour, and sugar.
- Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling to assemble the pastry on top of the smaller heart shape.
- Top with slices of strawberry.
- Using egg or dairy-free milk, brush the outside of the pastry to help with browning.
- Sprinkle the pastry with a bit of sugar.
