Black Cherry and Cheesecake Puff Pastries Recipe

Name: Black Cherry and Cheesecake Puff Pastries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 frozen puff pastry shells; 1 cup frozen dark sweet cherries, thawed (reserve juice); 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons red wine or 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; ½ teaspoon vanilla, divided; ⅛ teaspoon almond extract; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons whole milk; 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Place frozen puff pastry shells on a nonstick baking sheet.
3
Bake 22 to 27 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
4
Cool completely.
5
Use a fork to remove center of pastry.
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(Reserve round piece to use for garnish, if desired.
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).
8
Meanwhile, combine cherry juice, sugar, wine and cornstarch in a small saucepan, and whisk until cornstarch has dissolved completely.
9
Place over medium heat, bring to a boil and continue boiling 1 minute, stirring constantly.
10
Ad cherries, stir gently to coat cherries thoroughly, and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
11
Remove from heat, add 1/4 teaspoon vanilla and almond extract, and cool completely.
12
Combine cream cheese, milk, and powdered sugar in a small mixing bowl with electric mixer on low speed; blend until smooth.
13
Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon vanilla, and beat until well blended.
14
Spoon equal amounts into bottom of shells and spoon black cherries on top, allowing them to cascade down.
15
Add pastry round, if desired.

156

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 frozen puff pastry shells, 1 cup frozen dark sweet cherries, thawed (reserve juice), 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons red wine or 2 tablespoons water, and more.

Yes, Black Cherry and Cheesecake Puff Pastries falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Cherry and Cheesecake Puff Pastries

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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