Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish
Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delectable pastry that combines flaky puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling and juicy blueberries. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this delightful treat will impress your family and friends with its beautiful presentation and irresistible taste. The warm, gooey center paired with the crisp exterior creates a comforting experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick; cut into rectangles (4×6 inches).
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Gently fold in blueberries without crushing them.
- Place two tablespoons of the mixture onto each pastry rectangle; fold corners to the center and pinch to seal.
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly on a rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (90g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add lemon zest to the cream cheese filling. Substitute blueberries with raspberries or strawberries for a fruity twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat in a 350°F oven.