Pop Pastries Recipe
Make Pop Pastries Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well until evenly combined.
- 2
Cut in Butter
Add the unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Cold Water
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Divide the dough into two equal parts, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- 6
Add Fruit Preserves
Fold in the fruit preserves until evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese mixture.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Take one disc of dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- 9
Cut Dough into Squares
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the rolled-out dough into squares, approximately 3x3 inches.
- 10
Fill Pastries
Place a tablespoon of the filling in the center of each square. Be careful not to overfill.
- 11
Seal Pastries
Fold each square over to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- 12
Prepare Topping
Brush the tops of each pastry with the beaten egg, then sprinkle with a mixture of granulated sugar and cinnamon.
- 13
Bake Pastries
Place the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 14
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.