CREAM CHEESE PASTRIES 
1 c. butter, softened
2 (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened
2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. whipping cream
About 1 1/4 c. strawberry jam
1 egg, beaten
Sifted powdered sugar

Combine butter and cream cheese. Beat until smooth. Add flour. Stir in whipping cream. Chill 1 hour. Roll pastry 1/8 inch thick. Cut 48 rounds. Place 1 teaspoon jam in middle of 24 rounds. Top with remaining rounds. Moisten edges, fold in half and press edges with fork. Prick tops, brush with egg whites, sprinkle with powdered sugar. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes on greased baking sheets. Yield: 2 dozen.

 

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