Italian Desserts

Cheesecake Bugie Cups Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 packages of Bugie (Italian puff pastry)
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup of raspberry jam
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter

Special Equipment Needed:
- 12-cup muffin tin
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- Pastry brush

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Line muffin tin with parchment paper.
3. Unroll Bugie and cut into 12 equal pieces.
4. Roll each piece out into a 4-inch circle.
5. Place each circle into the muffin tin and press down lightly.
6. In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
7. Spoon cream cheese mixture into each Bugie cup.
8. Top each cup with a teaspoon of raspberry jam.
9. Brush the edges of each cup with melted butter.
10. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
11. Allow to cool before serving.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Temperature: 375 degrees F
Serving Size: 12 Bugie cups

Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 200
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 3g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the Bugie, you can substitute with any type of puff pastry.
- For the cream cheese, you can substitute with mascarpone cheese.
- For the raspberry jam, you can substitute with any type of jam or jelly.

Variations:
- You can add other flavors to the cream cheese mixture such as lemon zest or orange zest.
- You can top the Bugie cups with other toppings such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to roll out the Bugie as thin as possible so that it will bake evenly.
- Make sure to press down the Bugie into the muffin tin so that it will hold its shape while baking.

Storage Instructions:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be reheated in the oven at 350 degrees F for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation Ideas:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be served on a platter with fresh berries and mint leaves for a beautiful presentation.

Garnishes:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be garnished with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Pairings:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be paired with a glass of Moscato or Prosecco for a light and refreshing dessert.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be served with a side of fresh fruit salad or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the Bugie cups are not baking evenly, make sure to roll out the Bugie as thin as possible.
- If the Bugie cups are not holding their shape, make sure to press down the Bugie into the muffin tin before baking.

Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to store the Cheesecake Bugie Cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.

Food History:
Bugie is an Italian puff pastry that has been around since the 16th century. It is traditionally served as a dessert or snack and is often filled with sweet or savory fillings.

Flavor Profiles:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups have a creamy, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor from the cream cheese and raspberry jam.

Serving Suggestions:
Cheesecake Bugie Cups can be served as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Cheesy, Rich, Decadent