Description
A scrumptious Cheese Danish with flaky pastry and creamy cheese filling, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the pastry into rectangular pieces, approximately 3×4 inches.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry rectangle.
- Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling, creating a pocket.
- Brush with beaten egg for that beautiful golden-brown finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Best served warm. Dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream for extra indulgence.