prepare the apple filling: -heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. -add diced apples, 2 tbsp maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. -sauté for 5-7 minutes until apples soften and caramelize slightly. set aside to cool.

make the cream cheese filling: -in a bowl, whisk together vegan cream cheese, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and cornstarch until smooth.

assemble the pastry puffs: -preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -roll out the 14 oz puff pastry dough and cut it into 9 equal squares. -lightly score a smaller square inside each pastry, leaving a border around the edges (don't cut all the way through). -add a generous spoonful of cream cheese filling to the center of each square and spread it within the scored area. top with a spoonful of the sautéed apple mixture.

brush the dough: -mix the melted vegan butter with 1 tbsp maple syrup. -brush the outer edges of the pastry squares with the butter-maple mixture to help with browning.

bake the pastry puffs: -bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed around the edges. monitor carefully to prevent over-browning.

serve: let the pastries cool slightly before serving. enjoy your warm, flaky, and flavorful vegan apple pie cream cheese pastry puffs!