Description
Enjoy the delightful layers of this Homemade Danish recipe, featuring a creamy filling bliss that elevates your breakfast experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour (Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (Substitute with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (Enhances flavor.)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast (Can substitute with instant yeast.)
- 3/4 cup whole milk (Use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.)
- 1 large egg (Replace with a flax egg for a vegan option.)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (Ghee can be a great lactose-free alternative.)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (Mascarpone or ricotta can create a lighter variation.)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (Erythritol makes a sugar-free substitute.)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Consider using almond extract for a twist.)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (Lime juice can be used for a different flavor.)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (Just a pinch enhances flavors.)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (Use confectioners’ sugar for an even finish.)
- 2 tablespoons milk or lemon juice (Try orange juice for a twist.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the cream cheese filling by combining softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, salt, and the egg yolk in a mixing bowl. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 3×4 inch rectangles.
- Form the pastries by folding the edges inward or scoring a border. Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the center of each pastry.
- Brush the edges of your pastries with an egg wash.
- Bake the pastries for 15-18 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool the pastries on a wire rack for a few minutes before preparing the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the pastries before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Danish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg