EASY TO COOK

🥐 Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish 🥐

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These Easy Breakfast Cheese Danishes are a delightful treat, perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch. Made with store-bought puff pastry, they are filled with a creamy cheese mixture and topped with a simple glaze.

📋 Ingredients:

For the Cheese Filling:

  • 🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 🍬 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 🥚 1 large egg yolk
  • 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 🍋 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
  • 🌿 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

For the Danish:

  • 🥐 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed
  • 🥚 1 large egg (for egg wash)
  • 🥛 1 tablespoon water

For the Glaze:

  • 🍬 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 🥛 1-2 tablespoons milk
  • 🌿 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

📝 Directions:

  1. Preheat Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  1. Prepare the Cheese Filling:
  • In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  1. Prepare the Puff Pastry:
  • Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 squares (for a total of 8 squares).
  • Transfer the pastry squares to the prepared baking sheet.
  1. Fill the Pastry:
  • Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the cheese filling into the center of each pastry square.
  • Fold each corner of the pastry square toward the center, pressing lightly to seal. This will create a pinwheel shape.
  1. Egg Wash:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
  1. Prepare the Glaze:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if necessary.
  1. Glaze the Danish:
  • Allow the danishes to cool slightly, then drizzle the glaze over the top of each one.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish!

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 15-18 minutes

Total Time: 30-33 minutes

Servings: 8 danishes

Calories: 300 kcal per danish

💡 Notes:

  • You can add your favorite fruit preserves or fresh fruit on top of the cheese filling before baking for a fruity variation.
  • These danishes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the cream cheese with mascarpone cheese.