Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish Recipe

Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish Recipe

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These Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish pastries are a delightful and simple way to enjoy a classic treat at home. Using crescent roll dough as a shortcut, they come together quickly and require minimal effort. The creamy cheese filling and sweet glaze create a perfect balance of flavors, making them a delicious addition to any breakfast or brunch spread.

Ingredients:

  • 2 (8 ounce) cans crescent roll dough
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth.
  2. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Prepare the Dough: Unroll both cans of crescent roll dough onto a lightly floured surface. Press the seams together to form two rectangles.
  4. Assemble the Danish: Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over one of the dough rectangles.
  5. Top with Second Rectangle: Place the second dough rectangle over the filling.
  6. Cut into Squares: Cut the dough into 12-16 squares.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the squares on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Prepare the Glaze: While the danish are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and powdered sugar until smooth.
  9. Glaze the Danish: Once the danish are slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
  10. Serve: Serve the Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish warm.

Tips and Notes:

  • Softened Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Crescent Roll Dough: Use regular crescent roll dough, not the flaky or buttery kind.
  • Filling Variations: You can add fruit like berries or a swirl of jam to the cream cheese filling.
  • Glaze Variations: You can add a splash of lemon juice or vanilla extract to the glaze for added flavor.
  • Storage: Store any leftover danish in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat the danish in the oven or microwave before serving.

Enjoy these Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish as a quick and delicious treat!

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