This Breakfast Cheese Danish features a perfectly flaky puff pastry enveloping a rich and creamy filling, making it the ideal treat to start your day. The slightly tangy cream cheese mixture pairs beautifully with the sweetness of fruit preserves, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/4 cup fruit preserves (optional: raspberry, strawberry, or apricot)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional for added flavor)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 4 equal squares or rectangles, depending on your preference.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Optionally, add lemon zest for a citrusy kick.
- Spoon a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry square, leaving a small border around the edges.
- If using fruit preserves, add a small spoonful of your choice in the center of the cream cheese filling.
- Fold the corners of the puff pastry towards the center, creating a pocket around the filling.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg with the milk to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash to give them a golden, glossy finish.
- Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Allow the cheese danishes to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 18 minutes | Total Time: 28 minutes
Kcal: 250 kcal | Servings: 4 servings
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