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Cheese Danish Delight: Unlock the Secret Recipe Today!

A delightful pastry filled with a creamy cheese mixture, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Pastry
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup whole milk warmed to about 110°F
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 egg for egg wash

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and yeast. Mix well.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by mixing the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
  7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Cut the dough into squares, approximately 4x4 inches.
  9. Place a tablespoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each square.
  10. Fold the corners of each square toward the center to create a pinwheel shape, pinching the edges to seal.
  11. Place the formed Danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  12. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  13. Beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the Danishes for a golden finish.
  14. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  15. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a sweeter treat, drizzle a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk over the cooled Danishes.
  • You can also add fruit preserves or fresh fruit on top of the cream cheese filling for added flavor.

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