Forget store-bought pastries – this XL Homemade Berries and Cream Toaster Strudel is about to revolutionize your breakfast game! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, flaky pastry that oozes with creamy, tangy cream cheese and bursts with juicy, vibrant mixed berries. These oversized strudels are not just a meal; they're a morning experience that will make you look forward to waking up. Whether you're a busy professional, a weekend brunch enthusiast, or a pastry lover, this recipe promises to elevate your breakfast from ordinary to extraordinary.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 strudels
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Thaw the puff pastry sheet at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes until it becomes pliable but still cool.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Gently wash mixed berries and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly mash berries to release some juices while keeping some whole berries intact.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and cut into 6 equal rectangular sections using a sharp knife.
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese mixture down the center of each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Spoon mashed berries evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
- Carefully fold the pastry edges over the filling, pressing gently to seal the sides.
- Whisk the egg and brush the top of each strudel with egg wash for a golden, shiny finish.
- Make small diagonal slits on the top of each strudel to allow steam to escape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness.
Tips
- Keep your puff pastry cold but pliable – this ensures maximum flakiness and beautiful layering.
- Don't overmix your berries; keeping some whole adds texture and visual appeal.
- Use a sharp knife for clean pastry cuts and even-sized strudels.
- Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- The egg wash is crucial for that professional, glossy golden-brown finish.
- Allow strudels to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set and prevent burning.
- For extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- These strudels can be prepared ahead and frozen before baking – perfect for meal prep!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg
