Indulge in this delicious Cream Cheese Danish Bake, perfect for breakfast or dessert! Flaky pastry filled with a creamy, sweet filling, topped with a drizzle of icing, makes this treat irresistible.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets of puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1/4 cup fruit preserves (optional, for filling)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- Additional vanilla extract (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Roll Out the Pastry: On a floured surface, roll out each sheet of puff pastry into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut the Pastry: Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles (about 4×4 inches).
- Fill the Pastry: Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square. If desired, add a small spoonful of fruit preserves on top of the cream cheese filling.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Brush the edges with the beaten egg to help seal them.
- Bake: Place the filled pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the egg wash. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make the Icing: While the pastries are baking, mix together powdered sugar, milk, and additional vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- Drizzle and Serve: Once the pastries are cool, drizzle the icing over the top. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy your delightful Cream Cheese Danish Bake!
Feel free to customize any part of the recipe!