Cherry Cream Cheese Danish

 

 Ingredients

For the Pastry:

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 tbsp water

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cherry Topping:

1 cup cherry pie filling (or fresh pitted cherries tossed with 1 tbsp sugar & 1 tsp cornstarch)

For the Glaze (optional):

½ cup powdered sugar

1–2 tbsp milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

 Instructions

Prepare the Pastry:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll out puff pastry and cut into 4–6 squares. Place on prepared sheet.

Make the Filling:

In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.

Assemble the Danish:

Spoon 1–2 tbsp of cream cheese filling into the center of each puff pastry square.

Top with 1 tbsp cherry pie filling.

Fold corners slightly inward or leave open for a rustic look.

Egg Wash & Bake:

Whisk egg with 1 tbsp water and brush edges of pastry.

Bake for 15–18 minutes, until puffed and golden.

Add Glaze (Optional):

Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over cooled pastries.

 Prep Time: 10 minutes
 Cook Time: 18 minutes
 Servings: 4–6