Cream Cheese Danish Recipe
Ingredients
- 17.3 oz puff pastry sheets)
thawed (1 pack
- 8 oz cream cheese
room temp
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 11/2 tsp whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp water
Directions
- 1
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 375°F.
- 2
In a bowl, cream together the room temp cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until combined.
- 3
Unfold pastry sheets and cut 9 squares. Repeat with the second sheet.
- 4
Divide the cream cheese mixture evenly among the 18 squares and place in the middle.
- 5
Bring two opposite corners to the middle over the cream cheese and fold together and pinch to seal. Repeat with all the danishes.
- 6
Add to the baking sheet and brush to tops with the egg wash. Bake 18-20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- 7
Once cooked, allow the pastries to cool.
- 8
Combine milk and powdered sugar until a thick glaze forms.
- 9
Drizzle over the cooled pastries and serve.
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About this Recipe
Craving a bakery-style treat that’s surprisingly simple to make? This Cream Cheese Danish recipe brings that perfect balance of flaky pastry and sweet, tangy cream cheese filling right to your kitchen. It's the ideal way to enjoy a gourmet pastry without spending hours in the kitchen.
The magic behind these delightful danishes lies in using readily available puff pastry sheets. This smart shortcut transforms a potentially labor-intensive pastry into an effortless, impressive creation. Paired with a rich, velvety cream cheese filling that comes together in minutes, you get a truly delicious experience without the fuss. The straightforward approach ensures even novice bakers can achieve impressive results.
Prepare yourself for a truly satisfying pastry experience. You'll bite into a light, flaky crust that shatters gently, revealing a soft, creamy center. The sweet and tangy cream cheese filling, infused with fragrant vanilla extract, provides a luxurious counterpoint to the buttery pastry. A delicate powdered sugar glaze adds just the right touch of extra sweetness, making each bite an absolute joy. This recipe proves that indulgent pastries don't have to be complicated, perfect for home bakers seeking delicious results with minimal effort.
While delicious as is, you can easily personalize your Cream Cheese Danishes. For a hint of citrus, try adding a little lemon zest to the cream cheese filling. You could also experiment with a different extract in place of vanilla, like almond extract, for a distinct flavor profile. The powdered sugar glaze can be made thicker or thinner by adjusting the amount of whole milk.
These elegant Cream Cheese Danishes are perfect for a special breakfast, a relaxed brunch, or an afternoon tea. Serve them warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a truly delightful treat that's sure to impress guests or elevate your everyday.