These mini peach cream cheese pastries are the perfect summer bite-size treat. Made with a buttery puff pastry dough that is twisted and filled with a sweet cream cheese mixture and fresh peaches with cinnamon and sugar, then baked to flaky, golden perfection, and drizzled with glaze. They’re the perfect miniature treat that’s both adorable and bursting with the taste of summer.
Peaches are the quintessential summer fruit, and when they’re in season, I love making everything I can with them. Of course, I make plenty of the old stand-bys like pies, cobblers, and upside-down cakes. There’s something else I love making with peaches, as well, and if you read my blog at all, you already know what it is: pastries! Peaches make the perfect summer pastry, and these mini peach cream cheese pastries are the perfect way to make sure everyone at dinner or your next cookout have bite-sized pieces of summery heaven!
Mini Peach Cream Cheese Pastries
These delicious little peach pastry bites start with a simple puff pastry pinwheel that I braid and wrap in just minutes. Then, I top it with a homemade cream cheese filling and a simple, homemade peach filling. I bake them until golden brown, then drizzle them with a simple lemon glaze. That’s all there is to it. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish, and when I’m all done, I have tasty little peach pastries overflowing with the flavor of summer!
Why You’ll Love This Mini Peach Pastry Recipe
- They are the perfect size for portion control, so you can pop one in your mouth and savor the deliciousness without the guilt of overindulging.
- They have a delicious cream cheese and peach filling combo that is simply irresistible, and with the flaky pastry and sweet glaze drizzle, they are absolutely delicious.
- These mini peach pastries are the perfect bite-size dessert for breakfast, brunch, potlucks, or anytime you want a sweet treat.
- They’re a crowd-pleaser too!
Mini Peach Cream Cheesy Pastry Ingredients
Everything you need to make these delicious little bites can be found in your kitchen or at your local grocery store. They only use basic baking ingredients!
- Puff Pastry Sheets: Twisted and wrapped puff pastry sheets create the little pinwheel pastry base.
- Fresh Peaches: Fresh peaches with a little cinnamon and sugar create a fruity topping.
- Cream Cheese and Egg Yolk: Combined with sugar and some lemon juice, the cream cheese and egg yolk make a rich, creamy cheese filling.
- Lemon Juice and Powdered Sugar: These create the simple lemon glaze.
See the recipe card at the end of the post for a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts.
How to Make Mini Peach Pastries
With their braided look, these little pastries might seem difficult at first glance, but they’re actually very easy to make. The braiding is really just a little twisting and wrapping. That’s it!
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Peach Topping
Mix the peaches, cinnamon, and sugar in a medium bowl and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Pinwheels
Cut each pastry sheet into 16 strips. Then, twist a strip until it forms a braid. Place one end of the twisted strip on the parchment paper, then wrap it around itself to form a pinwheel. Repeat until all the strips are used.
Step 4: Make the Cream Cheese Mixture
Beat the cream cheese in a medium bowl until light and fluffy. Then, add the egg yolk, sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice and beat for another 2 minutes.
Step 5: Top
Add a heaping spoonful of the cream cheese mixture to the center of each pastry. Then, add the peach filling on top of the cream cheese.
Step 6: Bake
Whisk the egg and water in a small bowl. Then, brush it on the pastries and bake for 15 to 17 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Step 7: Make the Drizzle
When the pastries have cooled, mix the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla in a small bowl. Drizzle over the pastries and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Hold your finger on the center end of the pinwheel as you wrap it to keep it in place.
- Your puff pastry dough should be pliable but still cold as you work with it.
- Make the peach mixture first, so it has time to macerate while you make the rest of the recipe.
- Fully soften your cream cheese and bring the egg yolk to room temperature before mixing for the best filling texture.
Variations
- Use your favorite diced fruits or berries to create different toppings.
- Peach pie filling or even peach preserves can be used in place of the fresh peach topping.
- If you prefer plain cream cheese pastries, leave out the peach topping. Likewise, if you don’t like cream cheese just use the peach topping, instead.
- Use milk instead of lemon for a plain vanilla drizzle.
What to Serve with Bite-Size Peach Pastries
These delicious little pastries make a wonderful, sweet breakfast with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee or tea. Make a dessert with a well-rounded flavor profile by pairing them with a little dark chocolate, as well. Of course, they make a great sweet addition to a larger breakfast or brunch with all your favorite savory breakfast items.
Recipe FAQ
You can use frozen peaches in place of fresh peaches in almost any recipe. Even this fruit topping can be made with thawed, drained frozen peaches.
Thaw peaches in the refrigerator, occasionally turning the bag for even thawing until completely defrosted. Thawing slowly helps the peaches hold their shape.
No. In fact, they’re quite different. Puff pastry is a laminated dough with thin, alternating layers of dough and butter. Phyllo dough, on the other hand is made with mostly flour and water and doesn’t produce the same texture.
Fruity pastries will last for about 3 days in the refrigerator when stored correctly.
Fruity cream cheese pastries are freezer-friendly and will last for about a month in the freezer when stored properly.
How to Store Leftover Mini Peach Pastries
Refrigerate these pastries in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap them in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to a month in an airtight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight.
Set the pastries out for about an hour to come to room temperature and enjoy!
Try This Delicious Mini Peach Cream Cheese Pastry Recipe Today
These easy mini peach cream cheese pastries are absolutely delicious and as simple to make as they are pretty! They come together in just about 45 minutes, and they make a great dessert or sweet snack all summer long. Serve these at your next cookout, and I guarantee you and everyone else will fall in love with them!
More Delicious Peach Dessert Recipes You’ll Enjoy
This Strawberry Peach Smoothie recipe is the perfect summer drink. These smoothies are so easy to make and only use 4-ingredients. A refreshing smoothie the whole family will enjoy.
Mini Peach Cream Cheese Pastries
Ingredients
Peach Filling
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ teaspoon water
Glaze Drizzle
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box puff pastry sheets
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Peach Filling
- In a medium bowl, add peaches, sugar and cinnamon. Stir to combine well and set aside.
Pastry
- Cut each pastry sheet into 16 strips.
- Twist the strip until it forms a braided piece.
- Place one end of the long, twisted strip down onto the parchment paper and wrap the dough around it, starting in the center and creating a pinwheel base.
Cream Cheese MIxture
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add egg yolk, sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice. Beat for 2 more minutes.
- Add a heaping spoonful of cream cheese mixture to the center of each pastry followed by a spoonful of peach filling.
Egg Wash
- In a small bowl, whisk egg and water together until combined.
- Brush easy pastry with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool.
Glaze Drizzle
- Once the pastries have cooled, mix powdered sugar, lemon juice and vanilla together.
- Drizzle each pastry with glaze and enjoy.
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