Description
Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Cream Cheese Danishes, featuring a creamy, sweet filling nestled in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these pastries are sure to impress!
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Filling:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Puff Pastry:
- 1 package (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
- Optional: additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preparing the Cream Cheese Filling – In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. – Using a hand mixer or a whisk, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes). – Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until well combined and fluffy. – Set the cream cheese filling aside.
- Preparing the Puff Pastry – Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). – On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry into two sheets. – Roll out each sheet slightly to smooth out creases (about 1/8 inch thickness). – Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares (total of 8 squares). – Make a border about 1/2 inch from the edge of each square without cutting through. – Place the squares on a parchment-lined baking sheet. – Spoon a generous amount of cream cheese filling into the center of each square. – Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the filling. – Prepare the egg wash by whisking together the beaten egg and milk. – Brush the egg wash around the edges of each pastry square.
- Baking the Danish – Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. – Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. – Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Assembling and Serving – Dust with additional powdered sugar if desired. – Serve warm or at room temperature. – Optionally drizzle melted chocolate over the top or serve with fresh berries.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Keep an eye on the pastries while baking, as oven temperatures may vary.
- These Danishes can be stored in an airtight container for a few days, but are best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pastry
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish, Pastry Recipe, Breakfast Pastry, Dessert Recipe
