Maple Bacon Swirl

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 360°F , place the frozen pastry onto a parchment paper lined baking tray. Bake for 18-20 minutes, after allowing to fully cool before proceeding.​
2. In the center of the crown pipe the whipped cream cheese, followed by bacon. Sprinkle the crushed pecans on top. Add a drizzle of maple syrup to finish.

Whipped Cream Cheese

1. In a large bowl, add heavy cream, and beat until stiff peaks form. If using a stand mixer, transfer the whipped cream to another bowl and set aside.​
   
2. In a second large bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer, combine softened cream cheese, sifted powdered sugar, corn scratch (if using), vanilla extract. Beat until well-mixed and smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a silicone spatula as needed.​
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3. Use a spatula to fold whipped cream and yogurt into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.​