
Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites
These Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites are pure dainty perfection — crisp, airy cream puffs filled with a sweet, tangy cream cheese mixture and bursts of fresh raspberries. They’re elegant enough for afternoon tea, impressive enough for brunch trays, and delightful enough to steal the spotlight at any dessert table.
Light on the outside, luscious inside, and dusted with a touch of powdered sugar — every bite feels like a tiny celebration. Whether you’re serving guests or simply treating yourself, these little pastries offer the perfect balance of beauty and flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These little bites may look fancy, but they’re wonderfully simple to make. Once you master a basic pâte à choux (the same dough used for cream puffs and éclairs), the rest comes together effortlessly.
✨ You’ll love this recipe because:
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It uses a classic French pastry technique that’s easier than it looks.
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The cream cheese filling is light, tangy, and perfectly balanced with the fruit.
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Fresh raspberries add a bright pop of flavor and color.
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You can bake and freeze the shells ahead of time — a big bonus for busy hosts.
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They’re crowd-pleasers that look as good as they taste!
Ingredients
Yields: 18–20 bites
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour (including cooling and assembly)
For the Choux Pastry
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1 cup water
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½ cup unsalted butter
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1 tbsp sugar
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Pinch of salt
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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4 large eggs
For the Filling
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8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
For Assembly
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1 ½ cups fresh raspberries
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Powdered sugar, for dusting









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