Easy Cream Cheese Cherry Danish

The Danish pastry, also known as Wienerbrød, originated in Austria and was brought to Denmark by Austrian bakers in the 19th century. It has since become a popular breakfast pastry around the world.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Easy Cream Cheese Cherry Danish

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Bakery Courses: Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 sheet Puff pastry
• 1 cup Cream cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ³⁄₄ cup Cherry pie filling
• 1 beaten Egg

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into six equal squares.
3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square.
5. Top the cream cheese with a spoonful of cherry pie filling.
6. Fold the corners of each puff pastry square towards the center, creating a pinwheel shape.
7. Brush the exposed pastry with beaten egg.
8. Place the danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
10. Allow the danishes to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 16g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.