CHERRY CREAM CHEESE DANISH
Flaky pastry filled with sweet cream cheese and cherry preserves makes these danishes a perfect breakfast or dessert treat. Easy to assemble and deliciously satisfying, they bring a classic bakery flavor to your home.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry preserves or pie filling
- 1 egg for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon water for egg wash
- Powdered sugar optional, for dusting
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Prepare Puff Pastry:
- Roll out puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 equal squares.
Assemble Danishes:
- Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center of each square. Top with a tablespoon of cherry preserves. Fold the corners of each square towards the center, pinching slightly to seal.
Apply Egg Wash:
- Beat egg with water and brush the edges of the danishes for a golden finish.
Bake:
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden and puffed.
Cool and Serve:
- Let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Notes
Make Ahead:
Prepare danishes and freeze on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and bake directly from frozen, adding extra baking time. Customizing the Flavor:
Swap cherry preserves for raspberry, blueberry, or apricot for different flavors. Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with coffee or tea for a delightful breakfast or dessert. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free cream cheese and puff pastry to make this dairy-free. Storage Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Prepare danishes and freeze on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and bake directly from frozen, adding extra baking time. Customizing the Flavor:
Swap cherry preserves for raspberry, blueberry, or apricot for different flavors. Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with coffee or tea for a delightful breakfast or dessert. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free cream cheese and puff pastry to make this dairy-free. Storage Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.