Cherry Cream Cheese Danish

Cherry Cream Cheese Danish: A Deliciously Simple Pastry

Craving a flaky, buttery pastry with a creamy, fruity filling? This Cherry Cream Cheese Danish is the perfect treat! Made with puff pastry, cream cheese, and cherry pie filling, this easy-to-make dessert will satisfy any sweet tooth. Whether you’re serving these for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these danishes are sure to impress. Plus, they come together in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Pastries:

• 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 tablespoon water

For the Topping:

• Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Puff Pastry

On a lightly floured surface, lay out the thawed puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 6 equal-sized rectangles. You’ll end up with 12 rectangles, each about 4½x3 inches. Arrange the puff pastry rectangles on the lined baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each piece.

Step 3: Dock the Pastry

Using a fork, poke holes in the center of each pastry rectangle, leaving about a ½-inch perimeter around the edges. This will help the edges puff up while keeping the center flat for the filling.

Step 4: Make the Cream Cheese Filling

In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and almond extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 5: Assemble the Pastries

Spread about 1 heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each puff pastry rectangle. Follow by adding 2 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling on top of the cream cheese layer.

Step 6: Egg Wash

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create the egg wash. Brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash to give them a golden finish as they bake.

Step 7: Bake

Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed up. Keep an eye on them to ensure they don’t overbake.

Step 8: Dust and Serve

Once the pastries are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Before serving, dust the danishes with confectioners’ sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 18 minutes
• Total Time: 28 minutes
• Servings: 12 pastries
• Calories: 250 kcal per serving

The Perfect Pastry for Any Occasion

These Cherry Cream Cheese Danishes are a perfect combination of buttery puff pastry, creamy almond-flavored cream cheese, and tart cherry pie filling. They’re ideal for breakfast or brunch, but also make a lovely dessert or afternoon snack. Plus, they’re so simple to make that you can whip them up whenever the craving strikes.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can easily swap out the cherry pie filling for other flavors like blueberry, apple, or strawberry. Whichever filling you choose, these pastries are sure to become a favorite!

Enjoy this quick and delicious treat that’s sure to impress your family and friends!

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