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Flaky Cheese Danish Recipe

Delicious Flaky Cheese Danish Recipe for Effortless Mornings

This Flaky Cheese Danish Recipe is a simple, crowd-pleasing breakfast treat that delivers a delightful bakery experience right at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Ready-made puff pastry for quick assembly
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream cheese swap with ricotta for lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract can substitute with almond extract
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice lime juice is a great alternative
For the Finish
  • 1 large Egg yolk for wash; milk is a vegan substitute
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar omit for less sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pastry brush
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Lay the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface. Roll it out and cut into 8 equal rectangles.
  4. Place the pastry rectangles on the baking sheet, leaving space in between. You can decorate the edges if desired.
  5. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese filling into the center of each pastry rectangle.
  6. Whisk the egg yolk with a splash of water or milk, then brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Glaze with powdered sugar mixed with milk or lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed for best results. Experiment with flavor add-ins like fruits or zests.

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