Description
Delight in these flaky and delicious Danish pastries filled with creamy cheese and sweet berry preserves, perfect for brunch or a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Danish Pastries:
- 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- ⅓ cup berry preserves (strawberry, raspberry, or your favorite)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
For Garnish:
- Fresh berries (optional)
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4-6 squares, depending on your preferred size.
- Assemble the Danish: Place about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square. Add a teaspoon of berry preserves on top of the cream cheese mixture. Fold the edges of the pastry slightly towards the center to create a border around the filling. In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush the egg wash over the edges of the pastry for a golden finish.
- Bake the Pastries: Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown. Remove from the oven and let the pastries cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Garnish and Serve: Dust the cooled pastries with powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Optionally, top with fresh berries for extra flavor and decoration.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed for easier handling.
- You can use any berry preserves you like; feel free to mix flavors for variety.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg