
📝 Ingredients (makes about 12–15 bombs):
For the cheesecake filling:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
For the shell:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (or spring roll wrappers for smaller bombs)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the cheesecake filling:
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add egg and vanilla; mix until creamy and fully combined.
- Prepare the shells:
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares (about 3×3 inches).
- Spoon 1–2 tsp of cheesecake filling into the center of each square.
- Seal the bombs:
- Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle.
- Press edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Bake 18–22 minutes, until puff pastry is golden and crispy.
- Cool & serve:
- Let them cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar if desired.
🤤 Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Bombs:
- Chill the filling for 10–15 minutes if too soft
- Don’t overfill, or they might leak while baking
- Serve warm for the best “gooey” experience