Description
A delicious homemade Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for garnish)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
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Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
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Prepare the Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and unfold the puff pastry sheet. Roll it out slightly to remove the creases. Transfer the puff pastry onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Assemble the Danish: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the center of the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the blueberries evenly over the cream cheese layer. If using, sprinkle the lemon zest over the blueberries for added flavor.
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Shape the Danish: Fold the edges of the puff pastry over the filling, creating a border. You can also cut diagonal strips along the sides of the pastry and fold them over the filling in a crisscross pattern for a classic Danish look.
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Egg Wash: In a small bowl, beat the egg with water to create an egg wash. Brush the edges and any exposed pastry with the egg wash for a golden finish.
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Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
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Cooling and Garnishing: Allow the Danish to cool slightly on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of lemon juice to the cream cheese filling.
- Ensure the pastry is well-chilled for easier handling and better puffing in the oven.
- If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them to prevent the filling from becoming too watery.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg