Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Cut the puff pastry sheet into 6–8 equal rectangles.
- Arrange pastry rectangles on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture into the center of each rectangle.
- Whisk the egg with water to make an egg wash, then brush it onto the pastry edges.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This recipe is family-friendly and can be enjoyed by toddlers in moderation. For a fun variation, add jam or fruit before baking. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven to keep them crisp. For make-ahead convenience, freeze unbaked pastries and bake directly from frozen.