Easy Cherry Cheese Danish: Sweet Flaky Bliss Awaits You

This Cherry Cheese Danish is a delightful dessert that combines flaky pastry with a creamy filling, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 Danish

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

1 sheet Puff Pastry Ready-made option

For the Cheese Filling

8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, mascarpone or ricotta are great substitutes
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
1 tsp Vanilla Extract

For the Topping

1 can Cherry Pie Filling Can be substituted with blueberries or peaches
1 large Egg For egg wash

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Pastry Brush
Parchment Paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thaw puff pastry sheets as per package instructions, roll out on a floured surface, and cut into 4 squares.
Mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square, topped with cherry pie filling.
Fold the corners of each pastry over the filling and pinch to seal tightly.
Beat an egg to create an egg wash and brush the tops of the pastries.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough and use room temperature cream cheese for best results. Store uneaten Danishes in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.

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