Cherry Cheese Danish
A delightful pastry combining sweet cherries and creamy cheese in flaky dough.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 package Frozen puff pastry (17.3 ounces)
- 1 cup Cream cheese (8 ounces, softened)
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 cup Cherry pie filling
- 1 egg Beaten egg (for egg wash)
- as needed amount Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Thaw the puff pastry according to package instructions, about 30 minutes at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into 4x4 inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of cream cheese filling and a spoonful of cherry pie filling in the center of each square. Fold corners towards the center and pinch to seal.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider using different fruits or adding nuts to the filling.