Peach Puff Pastry with Cream Cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry slightly on the parchment and cut into 6 equal rectangles.
3. Lightly score a border 1/2 inch (1.3cm) from the edge of each rectangle without cutting through.
4. Mix softened cream cheese, 2 tbsp sugar, vanilla, and cardamom until smooth. Spread a tablespoon into the center of each pastry rectangle.
5. Toss sliced peaches with lemon juice and 1 tbsp sugar, then arrange them in an overlapping pattern over the cream cheese.
6. Brush the exposed pastry borders with the beaten egg wash.
7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
8. Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes.
9. Whisk powdered sugar and milk into a smooth glaze and drizzle over the warm tarts, then garnish with toasted sliced almonds.