Easy Puff Pastry Cheese Danish
A delightful pastry combining rich cream cheese with flaky puff pastry, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it is softened for easy mixing.
- 1/4 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Provides flavor.
For the Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed if frozen.
- 1 egg for egg wash Beaten, for brushing.
- Powdered sugar for dusting, optional For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into squares or rectangles.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
These pastries are best enjoyed warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few days, or freeze unbaked pastries for up to a month.