Low Sodium Cream Cheese Danish

Delight in the buttery, flaky goodness of this Low Sodium Cream Cheese Danish, a healthier twist on the classic pastry indulgence. Perfectly crafted with low-sodium cream cheese, a touch of lemon juice for brightness, and a lightly sweet glaze, this recipe satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising your health goals. The homemade dough, enriched with unsalted butter and rolled to perfection, embraces the creamy filling for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. With just 45 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of baking, these danishes are surprisingly easy to make and ideal for brunch, tea time, or as an on-the-go snack. Elevate your baking game with this crowd-pleasing yet heart-conscious recipe that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup cold water
• 8 ounces low-sodium cream cheese
• 0.33 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon skim milk

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the flour and 1 cup of cold, diced unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add cold water into the mixture, stirring until the dough forms. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the low-sodium cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 6

Cut the dough into 3x3-inch squares and place about a tablespoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each square.

Step 7

Fold the corners of the dough squares over the filling to the center and press lightly to seal.

Step 8

Place the pastries onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 9

Whisk the egg with a tablespoon of water to make an egg wash, and gently brush the pastries with this mixture.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 11

Let the pastries cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

Step 12

For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled pastries.

Step 13

Enjoy your Low Sodium Cream Cheese Danish as a light, tasty treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(922.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2849.9

Total Fat 162.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 606.5mg	0%
Sodium 251.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 319.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 135.1g
Protein 48.3g	0%

Vitamin D 54.7IU	0%
Calcium 269.8mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 638.5mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 43.7%