Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Blueberry Cheese Danish, where flaky puff pastry envelops a rich cream cheese filling and luscious blueberries. Perfect for brunch, these danishes deliver delightful flavors and a stunning appearance that will impress your guests. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as leftovers, each bite brings nostalgia and joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 egg (for wash)
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick.
- Mix softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth.
- Toss blueberries with a teaspoon of sugar in another bowl to enhance their sweetness.
- Cut the puff pastry into squares or rectangles. Place a dollop of cheese filling in the center and top with blueberries. Fold over corners or edges as desired.
- Whisk together egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush over pastries for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and flaky.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Feel free to swap blueberries for raspberries or strawberries for a twist. - To enhance flavor, add a pinch of salt to the cream cheese mixture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature and reheat in the oven for best results.