Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Deliciously Flaky Cheese Danish, where a buttery, flaky pastry meets a rich and creamy filling. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these homemade pastries are not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making them an impressive addition to any gathering. With options to customize your filling with fresh berries or fruit preserves, this recipe invites creativity while ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth treat in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup + 2 tbsp cold unsalted butter
- 7 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar for filling
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: fruit preserves or fresh berries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and let sit until foamy.
- Add the egg and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients; mix until combined. Knead for about 6–8 minutes until smooth. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare an 8-inch square of cold butter between parchment paper; chill until firm.
- Roll chilled dough into a square, place butter in the center, fold corners over, then roll into a long rectangle. Fold into thirds and chill again; repeat this rolling and folding process two more times.
- Roll final dough to about 1/4 inch thick; cut into squares and fill with cream cheese mixture. Shape danishes as desired.
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheets and let rise for one hour. Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before drizzling with glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with milk or lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pastry
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish (75g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg