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Creamy Valentine’s Strawberry Cheesecake Puff Cups

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Delicious and easy-to-make puff pastry cups filled with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your muffin tin or line with parchment cups to prevent sticking.
  2. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares (about 4×4 inches). You will have 12 squares total.
  3. Gently press each square into the muffin tin cups, molding the pastry up the sides. Optionally, brush edges with beaten egg for a golden shine.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth (about 2 minutes). Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture.
  6. Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly into each pastry shell, filling about 3/4 full.
  7. Top each filled cup with sliced fresh strawberries, arranging them nicely.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

Use chilled puff pastry for best results. Thaw overnight in the fridge to prevent sogginess. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese to keep filling light and airy. If puff pastry puffs too much on the sides, gently press down after baking while still warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For dairy-free, use plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream, and gluten-free puff pastry if needed.

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