Easy Cream Cheese Danish
Indulge in the flaky, buttery perfection of this Easy Cream Cheese Danish, a quick and delightful pastry perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime sweet treat. Made with convenient puff pastry sheets, these Danishes are filled with a creamy, tangy blend of softened cream cheese, a touch of vanilla, and a hint of bright lemon juice. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create an elegant, bakery-style dessert with minimal effort. A golden egg wash gives these pastries their irresistible shine, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a sweet finishing touch. Perfect for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike, this recipe yields eight individual servings of pure pastry bliss, ready to impress at any gathering or savor at home!
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Ingredients
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Water
- 1 tbsp Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Lightly dust your work surface with all-purpose flour and roll out the puff pastry sheets. If they’re already pre-rolled, gently unfold them.
Step 3
Cut each puff pastry sheet into four equal squares, making a total of eight squares.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
Step 5
Spoon about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each puff pastry square.
Step 6
Fold each square’s corners towards the center, slightly overlapping them to enclose the filling. Gently press to seal the points together.
Step 7
In a small bowl, beat the egg with the tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.
Step 8
Lightly brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash to give them a golden finish during baking.
Step 9
Place the assembled Danishes onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
Step 11
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Step 12
If desired, dust the Danishes with powdered sugar just before serving. Enjoy your Easy Cream Cheese Danish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (471.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1712.3 |
| Total Fat 123.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 470.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1288.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 68.0g | |
| Protein 28.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 270.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 416.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories