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Cheese Danishes

Deliciously Easy Cheese Danishes You Can Make at Home

These Easy Cheese Danishes are a flaky, indulgent treat perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 8 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough buttery base for flaky texture
  • 1 tablespoon Salted Butter for brushing on top
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened, full-fat is best
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar to sweeten the filling
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor enhancement
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for sweet glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk to adjust glaze consistency
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar for caramelized finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Open the crescent roll dough packages and unroll the dough into triangle-shaped pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Take a triangle of dough and place a spoonful of the cream cheese filling at the wide end, rolling it up.
  5. Brush the tops of each Danish with melted salted butter and sprinkle with light brown sugar.
  6. Bake the assembled Cheese Danishes for about 18 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Mix powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to create a smooth glaze.
  8. Drizzle glaze over the warm Cheese Danishes and serve with coffee or tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and avoid overfilling to prevent leaks during baking.

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