Cream Cheese Danish

Indulge in the perfect blend of buttery flakiness and creamy decadence with this simple yet irresistible Cream Cheese Danish recipe. Featuring a golden puff pastry base filled with a rich, tangy cream cheese mixture enhanced by hints of vanilla and lemon, this treat is as elegant as it is easy to make. Optional fresh blueberries add a burst of natural sweetness, while a glossy powdered sugar glaze drizzled on top takes these pastries to a whole new level of indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, these homemade Danishes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Ideal for beginner and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe is your go-to for creating bakery-style pastries right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 package Puff pastry sheets
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 Egg yolk
• 1 Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 0.5 cup Blueberries (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-size bowl, combine the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and flour. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Lay out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut them into four squares.

Step 4

In the center of each square, place 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture. Optionally, add a few blueberries on top of the cream cheese filling.

Step 5

Fold each corner of the pastry into the center over the filling and gently press down to secure the folds.

Step 6

In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.

Step 7

Brush the egg wash over each Danish for a golden finish.

Step 8

Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and the filling is set.

Step 10

While the Danishes are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Allow the Danishes to cool for a few minutes out of the oven before drizzling the glaze over the top of each.

Step 12

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1038.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4213.4

Total Fat 271.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 612.2mg	0%
Sodium 3036.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 405.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 135.3g
Protein 59.4g	0%

Vitamin D 79.2IU	0%
Calcium 384.8mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 992.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 37.7%