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Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese Pastry Straws

Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese Pastry Straws for Festive Snacking

Delightful Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese Pastry Straws combine tart cranberries with zesty oranges in a flaky pastry for a stunning snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 straws
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • ½ cup orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1 large egg for egg wash

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pastry brush
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. Combine cream cheese, cranberry sauce, orange zest, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl.
  3. Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about ⅛ inch thick and cut into strips.
  4. Fill each strip with about a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture and fold.
  5. Twist the pastry strip gently to create a straw shape.
  6. Place the twisted pastry straws on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Beat the egg and brush it over each straw with a pastry brush.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let them cool slightly before transferring to a serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1strawCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill your pastry while working for better texture. Avoid overfilling to ensure proper sealing.

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