Strawberry Cheesecake Turnovers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1 large egg yolk
→ Strawberry Filling
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1 1/2 cups fresh diced strawberries
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
→ Assembly
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2 sheets puff pastry, thawed but cold
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1 large egg (for egg wash, whisked with 1 tablespoon water)
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Coarse sugar for topping, optional
→ Glaze (Optional)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Combine diced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened and strawberries soften, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely before use to prevent pastry sogginess.
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In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Incorporate egg yolk, vanilla extract, and flour until fully combined. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm slightly.
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Lightly flour a work surface and unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into 6 equal rectangles or 4 larger squares. Keep pastry cold to maintain optimal flakiness.
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Place 1 tablespoon of cheesecake filling in the center of each pastry piece. Add a small spoonful of strawberry filling atop the cheesecake layer. Fold pastry over to form a triangle or rectangle and press edges firmly to seal. Crimp edges with a fork to secure. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment or silicone mat.
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Brush the tops lightly with egg wash. Optionally, sprinkle coarse sugar for texture. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes until puffed and golden. Transfer to a cooling rack and cool for at least 10 minutes before glazing or serving.
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Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk or cream until smooth. Drizzle over warm turnovers and allow the glaze to set for several minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Cooling the strawberry filling completely before assembly prevents the puff pastry from becoming soggy.