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Cheese Danish Delight Recipe

Cheese Danish Delight Recipe

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This Cheese Danish Delight recipe yields bakery-quality danishes with a tender, flaky pastry and a sweet, creamy cheese filling. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these homemade treats are surprisingly easy to make and can be customized with your favorite fruit or a simple glaze.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Pastry

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup cold water

For the Filling

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the cubed, cold butter and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 1/4 cup of cold water, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overwork. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. Roll and Cut the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 8 squares, each approximately 4×4 inches.
  4. Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  5. Fill and Shape the Danishes: Place a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each dough square. Gently fold the corners toward the center over the filling, pinching to seal and form a pocket.
  6. Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk. Brush this mixture over the surfaces of each Danish to promote golden browning.
  7. Bake: Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up. Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • For a sweeter finish, drizzle a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk over the cooled Danishes.
  • Add a spoonful of your favorite fruit preserves or some fresh berries to the cheese filling for extra flavor.
  • Chill the dough thoroughly for maximum flakiness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Danish
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/cheese-danish-delight-recipe/