Cherry Cheese Danish Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Cherry Cheese Danishes! A perfect combination of flaky puff pastry, creamy cheese filling, and sweet cherry topping, these pastries are a treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 danishes 1x
- Category: Pastries
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cherry Topping:
- 1 cup cherry pie filling (canned)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into four 4×4-inch squares.
- Make the cheese filling: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble the Danishes: Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center of each square and add a dollop of cherry pie filling on top. Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create pockets and pinch to seal.
- Brush with egg wash: Brush each danish with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- You can sprinkle some powdered sugar on top before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Feel free to customize with different fruit fillings for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Cherry, Cheese, Danish, Pastry, Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
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