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Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese Pastry Straws

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pastry straws 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese Pastry Straws are the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and creamy wrapped in light, golden puff pastry. The tangy cranberry pairs beautifully with bright citrus zest and smooth cream cheese, creating an irresistible treat for brunches, holiday gatherings, or cozy afternoon snacks. Elegant yet effortless, these pastry straws will make any table look festive and inviting.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to smooth it. Cut into strips about 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
  3. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cranberry sauce, orange zest, and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  4. Assemble the straws: Spoon a small amount of filling at one end of each pastry strip, then fold over and seal the edges with a fork to form a filled pocket.
  5. Brush with egg wash: Lightly brush the tops with the beaten egg for a shiny golden finish.
  6. Bake: Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Cool and serve: Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  1. Make sure your puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold this ensures it bakes up light and flaky.
  2. Don’t overfill the pastry strips; a little filling goes a long way and prevents leaking while baking.
  3. For extra crispness, bake the straws on the middle rack and allow them to cool on a wire rack immediately after baking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast Treat
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pastry straw
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 95 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: cranberry pastry, orange cream cheese, puff pastry dessert, holiday pastry, cranberry orange recipe

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