Deliciously Flaky Cheese Danish
Indulge in the delight of homemade pastries with this Deliciously Flaky Cheese Danish Recipe for Perfect Mornings. These pastries are flakier than your favorite bakery treat, featuring layers of buttery goodness enveloping a rich cream cheese filling. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy morning at home, these Danishes are versatile enough to impress any guest or satisfy your sweet tooth. Customize the filling with fruit preserves or fresh berries for an added burst of flavor. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll soon master the art of making these delectable pastries. Treat yourself and loved ones to a taste of heaven in every bite.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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, softened
- Optional: fruit preserves or fresh berries
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Mix warm milk with yeast and let sit until foamy. Combine with dry ingredients and knead until smooth. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare a cold butter block and laminate the dough through rolling and folding three times with chilling in between.
- Roll out the dough, cut into squares, fill with cream cheese mixture, shape as desired, and proof.
- Bake at 390°F for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and drizzle glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg