Berry Lemon Puff Pastry (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Layer

01 - 1 pack of frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed following the package guidelines

→ Creamy Filling

02 - 225g softened cream cheese
03 - 60g white sugar
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
05 - 1/2 tbsp squeezed lemon juice
06 - 1/4 tsp vanilla essence
07 - 1 large egg, beaten

→ Decorations

08 - 240ml of lemon curd
09 - Variety of fresh berries (like raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries)
10 - A sprinkle of powdered sugar
11 - Extra lemon zest as an optional topper

# Instructions:

01 - Turn your oven on and set it to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Cut into 12 rectangular segments and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving some space in between.
03 - Whisk the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, and zest together in a bowl until smooth. Add the egg next and mix just until blended.
04 - Spoon the creamy mixture onto the pastry rectangles, leaving a little border around the edges.
05 - Bake for about 20–25 minutes or until you see them turn golden. Once done, let them cool at room temp.
06 - After cooling, spread lemon curd on top and arrange the berries however you like. Right before serving, add a dusting of powdered sugar and, if you'd like, some extra zest.
07 - Keep these in the fridge until you're ready to present. Lay them out on a platter for a nice treat.

# Notes:

01 - Keep these refrigerated if you're not serving them right away.
02 - To keep them looking fresh, add the berries and sugar dusting only when you're about to serve.