Strawberry Cheesecake Turnovers

These Strawberry Cheesecake Turnovers are crisp, golden, and filled with a rich cream cheese center and sweet strawberry pieces. Made with puff pastry, they bake up beautifully flaky and look just like a bakery display—perfect for breakfast treats, brunch, or dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Uses store-bought puff pastry for ease
• Creamy cheesecake filling with real strawberries
• Bakery-style flaky layers and golden finish
• Simple ingredients, impressive results
• Perfect for brunch, holidays, or dessert

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 1 – 8oz block cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 strawberries, stem removed and diced
• 1 egg + 1 tbsp water

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry

Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lightly flour a work surface and gently roll out the thawed puff pastry to smooth seams. Cut into evenly sized squares (typically 4–6 squares depending on size).

Transfer the pastry squares to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and silky.

Gently fold in the diced strawberries, distributing them evenly throughout the filling without overmixing.

Step 3: Assemble the Turnovers

Spoon a generous amount of the cheesecake filling onto one half of each puff pastry square, leaving a clean border around the edges.

Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle, aligning the edges carefully.

Use a fork to crimp the edges firmly, sealing the turnovers completely.

Step 4: Egg Wash

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon water.

Brush the tops of each turnover lightly with the egg wash to ensure a glossy, golden finish.

Step 5: Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, or until the turnovers are puffed, flaky, and deep golden brown.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet.

Step 6: Finish

Once slightly cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Pro Tips and Variations

• Keep puff pastry cold for the flakiest layers
• Do not overfill or turnovers may leak
• Dice strawberries finely for even filling
• Chill assembled turnovers for 10 minutes before baking for cleaner edges

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm or at room temperature
• Perfect with coffee or tea
• Add a drizzle of strawberry glaze or vanilla icing if desired

Storage & Reheating

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
• Reheat in the oven at 325°F for 8–10 minutes
• Avoid microwaving to preserve flakiness

FAQs

Can I use fresh or frozen strawberries?
Fresh strawberries work best for texture and appearance.

Can these be made ahead?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate unbaked turnovers for up to 24 hours.

Do these freeze well?
Yes, freeze baked turnovers and reheat in the oven before serving.

Conclusion

These Strawberry Cheesecake Turnovers deliver everything you want in a bakery-style pastry—flaky layers, creamy filling, and bursts of strawberry flavor. Easy to make yet stunning to serve, they’re guaranteed to be a favorite for any occasion.

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