Description
Puerto Rican Quesitos are sweet, flaky cream cheese pastries made with puff pastry and a rich, lightly sweetened cream cheese filling. These golden treats are crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and typically glazed with sugar or honey for an irresistible shine.
Ingredients
- 1 package of puff pastry sheets (2 sheets), thawed
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp honey or corn syrup (for glaze, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each into 4–6 equal rectangles.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture in the center of each rectangle.
- Fold one side of the pastry over the filling, then the other side, overlapping slightly. Press down gently to seal.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with water to make the egg wash. Brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash.
- Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Optional: While still warm, brush the tops with honey or corn syrup for a glossy finish.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold when working with it for best results.
- You can use flavored cream cheese or add guava paste for a classic Puerto Rican twist.
- Do not overfill to prevent leakage during baking.
- These are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat briefly in the oven or toaster oven to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesito
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
