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Blueberry Cheese Danish

Blueberry Cheese Danish

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery-Inspired
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Danish:
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup blueberry jam or preserves
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries optional
  • For the Egg Wash:
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Danish:
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Roll Out Puff Pastry: Unfold the puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 6 equal squares.
  4. Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Assemble:
  6. Add Filling: Place about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture into the center of each puff pastry square. Spread slightly, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
  7. Add Blueberries: Spoon 1 tablespoon of blueberry jam over the cream cheese. Top with a few fresh blueberries, if desired.
  8. Shape and Brush:
  9. Fold Edges: Fold the edges of each square slightly inward to form a border.
  10. Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk together. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the egg wash.
  11. Bake:
  12. Bake Danish: Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
  13. Prepare Glaze:
  14. Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  15. Finish:
  16. Drizzle Glaze: Let the danishes cool slightly, then drizzle the glaze over the top.