Cherry Jam Cream Cheese Pastries (Pinwheel Cookies)

Name: Cherry Jam Cream Cheese Pastries (Pinwheel Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE PASTRY:; 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened; 12 ounces, weight Unsalted Butter, Softened; 2 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar; FOR THE FILLING:; 8 ounces, weight Softened Cream Cheese; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar; 1 jar (8 Oz. Size) Cherry Jam

Servings: persons

1
Note this recipe requires at least 4 hours of refrigeration, so plan ahead.
2
For the pastry: In the bowl of a stand mixer beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add flour and salt and mix until combined.
3
Transfer dough to a work surface and divide in 4 equal parts. Shape each into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
4
Prepare cream cheese filing by beating together the cream cheese, vanilla and powdered sugar in the bowl of your stand mixer.
5
Take dough out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes.
6
Dust your working surface with powdered sugar and roll out each ball to between 1/4 and 1/8 inch thick. Cut each section of dough into 3x3 inch squares. For a pinwheel shape, using a pizza cutter, cut a 1 inch slit diagonally from each corner of the squares. Fill centers with 1/2 teaspoon of jam and 1/2 teaspoon of cream cheese filling. (You can use a pastry bag for a nicer presentation.) Bring every other corner of dough together into the center and press to seal. See related blog link for more photos.
7
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Transfer pastries to baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space in between. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
8
Preheat oven to 375 F. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are browned. (Baking time may vary, depending on ingredients, baking sheets and oven used.) Remove from oven.
9
Cool cookies on a cooling rack. Generously dust with powdered sugar before serving. Serve and enjoy!

1278

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE PASTRY:, 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened, 12 ounces, weight Unsalted Butter, Softened, 2 cups All-purpose Flour, and more.

Yes, Cherry Jam Cream Cheese Pastries (Pinwheel Cookies) 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!