Breakfast Cheese Danish
A flaky pastry filled with creamy, luscious cheese and a hint of sweetness, perfect for elevating your breakfast experience.
Ingredients
Pastry
- 1 package crescent roll dough For the base of the Danish
Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Should be well-softened for easy mixing
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar To sweeten the filling
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds flavor to the filling
- 1 egg for the egg wash Gives a golden finish
- as needed tsp powdered sugar For dusting on top, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough on a flat surface, pinching seams together to form a rectangle. Cut into squares.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square. Leave space at the edges to seal.
- Fold corners towards the center and press down lightly to seal the filling inside.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush over the tops of each Danish.
- Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
Tips to enhance your Danish: Use well-softened cream cheese, experiment with flavored extracts, and add fresh fruit or berries for color. Keep an eye on them while baking to avoid overbaking.