Cheese Danishes
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Cheese Danishes—flaky pastries enveloping a luscious sweet cream cheese filling. These treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a satisfying dessert. With their crispy golden exterior and creamy center, Cheese Danishes are sure to impress family and friends alike. Customize them with your favorite fruit jams or toppings for a personal touch. Easy to make using store-bought puff pastry, they come together quickly and can be enjoyed warm from the oven or saved for later. Whether you’re hosting a special gathering or simply treating yourself, these pastries are an irresistible choice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry slightly on a floured surface and cut into 6 equal squares.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each square, fold corners toward the center, and pinch to seal.
- Brush with an egg wash made from beaten egg mixed with water.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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