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Simple and Delicious Cheese Danish Recipe

Simple and Delicious Cheese Danish Recipe

This simple cheese danish recipe is a delightful blend of sweet cream cheese filling wrapped in a flaky pastry. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 pkg puff pastry thawed
  • 1 unit egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 tbsp milk for egg wash

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut each sheet into four squares.
  • Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center of each square and fold opposite corners to the center to form a danish shape.
  • Mix the beaten egg with milk. Brush the edges of the pastries with this egg wash.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle powdered sugar over the danishes before serving.