Delicious Mini Cheese Danish: Easy Flaky Bliss at Home
Experience the indulgent pleasure of Delicious Mini Cheese Danish: Easy Flaky Bliss at Home, a delightful treat that combines flaky pastry with a luscious cream cheese filling. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of day, these mini pastries are incredibly easy to prepare using store-bought puff pastry. With their rich flavor and irresistible texture, they are sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings alike. Customize your Danish with your favorite fruits or spices to make each batch unique. Whether served as part of an elegant brunch or enjoyed with coffee during a cozy afternoon break, these mini treats are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 package Puff Pastry (store-bought)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (optional)
- 1 beaten Egg or milk for brushing
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 tbsp Milk (dairy-free options available)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares or circles about 3 inches wide.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and optional lemon juice; whisk until smooth.
- Place one tablespoon of filling in the center of each pastry piece and fold corners over to create pockets.
- Brush tops with beaten egg or milk for color and shine.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 18 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar and milk for icing consistency; drizzle over cooled pastries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg