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Delicious Mini Cheese Danish: Easy Flaky Bliss at Home

Delicious Mini Cheese Danish: Easy Flaky Bliss at Home

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Delicious Mini Cheese Danish: Easy Flaky Bliss at Home. These charming pastries combine flaky puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling, creating a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch. With their airy texture and creamy sweetness, these mini danishes are sure to impress at any gathering—from casual mornings to festive celebrations. Plus, they’re easy to customize with your favorite fruits or spices, making each batch uniquely yours.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x

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 wash)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Unroll the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into squares.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional lemon juice until smooth.
  4. Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each square, fold corners over the filling, and brush with egg or milk wash.
  5. Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 18 minutes until golden brown.
  6. While baking, mix powdered sugar and milk for glaze; drizzle over warm danishes after baking.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 danish (45g)
  • Calories: 195
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg