Cream & Berry Pastry Bites: A Delightful Treat in Every Bite

If you’re looking for a dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious, Cream & Berry Pastry Bites are the perfect choice. These little pastries combine the buttery flakiness of puff pastry with the smooth creaminess of a rich filling and the bright, juicy burst of fresh berries. Perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or a light dessert, these bites are easy to make and impressively versatile. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide to making them.

Ingredients

For the Pastry:

1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon milk

For the Cream Filling:

1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 oz cream cheese, softened

For the Topping:

1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Cut the pastry into 2-inch squares for bite-sized pastries.
Place the squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.