Cream Cheese Danish
Cream Cheese Danish is a delectable pastry that is perfect for breakfast or as a dessert. This dish is made with a flaky pastry crust that is filled with a creamy and tangy cream cheese filling. The combination of the sweet pastry and the savory cream cheese filling creates a mouth-watering treat that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
To make this Cream Cheese Danish, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
- Powdered sugar for dusting
To start, preheat your oven to 400°F. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into 4 equal squares. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spoon a tablespoon of raspberry jam onto the center of each pastry square, then top with a dollop of the cream cheese mixture.
Fold the corners of the pastry squares over the filling, creating a pinwheel shape. Brush the tops of the pastries with a beaten egg, then bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Once the pastries are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Cream Cheese Danish is a delicious and indulgent pastry that is perfect for any occasion. The flaky pastry crust and creamy filling create a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. This dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert.
Type: Pastry Dish
Main Ingredients: Puff Pastry, Cream Cheese, Raspberry Jam