👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   💡 Tip: Ensure the oven is fully preheated for even baking.
2. 2

   Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined. Set aside.

   💡 Tip: Using room temperature cream cheese ensures a smooth filling without lumps.
3. 3

   Prepare the puff pastry: Lightly flour a clean surface. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and gently roll it out slightly to smooth any creases, aiming for a rectangle. Cut the pastry into 9 equal squares (approximately 4x4 inches each).

   💡 Tip: Work quickly with puff pastry to keep it cold and flaky.
4. 4

   Assemble the quesitos: Place about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each puff pastry square. Fold one corner over the filling, then fold the opposite corner over to create a sealed pastry. You can also fold them into a cigar shape.

   💡 Tip: Don't overfill the pastry, as it can cause leakage during baking.
5. 5

   Brush with egg wash: Arrange the assembled quesitos on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the egg wash mixture.

   💡 Tip: The egg wash gives the pastries a beautiful golden-brown color.
6. 6

   Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed up and golden brown.

   ⏱️ 20 minutes
7. 7

   Prepare the simple syrup: While the quesitos are baking, combine the water, sugar, and honey (or corn syrup) in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

   💡 Tip: The syrup should be thin enough to brush easily.
8. 8

   Glaze and serve: Once the quesitos are out of the oven, immediately brush them with the warm simple syrup. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

   💡 Tip: Brushing while warm allows the syrup to absorb better.