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Cherry Cheese Danish

Delicious Cherry Cheese Danish That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Cherry Cheese Danish is a delightful treat featuring flaky pastry and creamy filling, perfect for brunch or a late-night snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine Bakery
Servings 4 Danishes
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Rolling Pin
  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry

  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed, store-bought for ease

For the Filling

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened; mascarpone or ricotta can be used
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with sugar alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean can be used for richer flavor

For the Topping

  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling Fresh or homemade filling recommended
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash; milk can be an alternative

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll out thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into four 4x4-inch squares.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until light and fluffy.
  • Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture on each pastry square, then top with cherry pie filling.
  • Fold the corners of each pastry square towards the center and pinch edges to seal.
  • Whisk an egg for the egg wash and brush it over each Danish.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Freeze unbaked assembled Danishes for up to 2 months; bake from frozen with additional time. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Brunch, Cherry Cheese Danish, dessert, easy recipe, Pastry, Snack
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