Blueberry Cheesecake Pastries are a delightful treat that will make your taste buds dance with joy. These pastries are a perfect blend of succulent blueberries and creamy cheesecake, all encased in a tender, flaky pastry. They’re a game-changer for anyone who enjoys a sweet indulgence without the hassle.
Ideal for a relaxed Sunday brunch, an enjoyable family baking activity, or simply because you deserve a treat!
Why Are Blueberry Cheesecake Pastries So Irresistible?
Consider this: a dessert that requires minimal preparation time, and in less than 30 minutes, you have a batch of divine pastries cooling on your counter.
And the calorie count? A mere 133 per pastry. It’s as if they’re practically inviting you to enjoy them guilt-free. They strike the perfect balance between tart and sweet, and the flaky crust is simply irresistible!
How Simple Are They to Prepare?
You’ll be amazed at how easy these pastries are to make. Combine cream cheese, vanilla, and powdered sugar; spread it over crescent roll dough; sprinkle some blueberries, roll them up, and bake them in the oven.
Before you know it, your kitchen is filled with a heavenly aroma, and you have golden pastries tempting you, practically begging to be savored. It’s almost too effortless!
Can I Personalize the Recipe?
Absolutely! The recipe is like a blank canvas waiting for your creative touch.
Replace blueberries with raspberries, strawberries, or even a combination of berries. Or why not experiment with some peach or apple slices? The possibilities are endless, and experimenting with different fruits can be quite enjoyable. It’s your kitchen, your rules!
What’s the Best Way to Store Them?
If you happen to have any leftovers (which, let’s be honest, is unlikely), simply store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
They remain fresh for a couple of days, but I doubt they’ll last that long. There’s something about these pastries that makes them vanish quickly.
Freshly baked, they’re an absolute delight, but they’re still quite amazing the next day.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese (1/3 less fat), softened: 3 oz
- Vanilla Extract: ½ teaspoon
- Powdered Sugar: 2 ½ tablespoons
- Crescent Roll Dough (reduced fat), 8 oz tube (8 rolls)
- Fresh Blueberries: 2/3 cup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar using an electric mixer until it’s smooth and well-blended.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough, separating it into 8 triangles along the seams. Position a triangle with the shorter side facing you and the point away.
- Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture on the bottom third of each dough triangle, then arrange two rows of blueberries on top.
- Roll the dough from the edge nearest you to the opposite tip, enclosing the blueberry and cream cheese filling.
- Place each roll on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-13 minutes, until golden brown.
- Nutritional Information:
- Each roll provides a balanced mix of nutrients: 133 calories, 18g carbs, 7g sugars, 6g fat, 3g saturated fat, 3g protein, and 0g fiber. For Weight Watchers members, each serving is just 5 SmartPoints on the Green, Blue, and Purple plans, or 4 Points Plus.
- This recipe is not just about great taste; it’s about creating a moment of joy with a dessert that’s both satisfying and mindful of your health. So go ahead, indulge in these Blueberry Cheesecake Pastries and relish every bite of this blissful treat!