Knock Your Socks Off Cream Cheese Danish
Prepare to be dazzled by the "Knock Your Socks Off Cream Cheese Danish," a delightful fusion of buttery, flaky puff pastry and a lusciously smooth cream cheese filling, all crowned with a tangy-sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a decadent dessert, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and serves 8. The creamy interior, paired with the golden, crisp pastry shell, delivers a bakery-quality treat that’s irresistibly indulgent. Using simple ingredients like frozen puff pastry, cream cheese, and vanilla extract, this recipe is a foolproof way to impress your family and friends without breaking a sweat. Ready to wow your taste buds? These danishes are best enjoyed warm, straight out of the oven, for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that'll truly live up to their name.
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Ingredients
- 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry sheets
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp Milk
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
On a lightly floured surface, unfold the puff pastry sheets and roll them out slightly to smooth any creases.
Step 3
Cut each puff pastry sheet into 4 equal squares, giving you 8 squares total.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Place a generous tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square of pastry.
Step 6
Fold up the corners of each square toward the center, pressing lightly to seal the edges.
Step 7
Transfer the assembled pastries to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with a splash of water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the tops of the pastries to ensure a golden, glossy finish.
Step 9
Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
Step 10
While the pastries bake, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
Step 11
Once the pastries are out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze generously over the top of each Danish.
Step 12
Serve warm or at room temperature for a show-stopping treat that's sure to 'knock your socks off!'
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (540.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1978.8 |
| Total Fat 121.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 449.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1269.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 136.6g | |
| Protein 28.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 60.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 277.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 514.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories