Description
Swirled Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish is a heavenly pastry that combines flaky puff pastry with a luscious cream cheese filling and vibrant blueberries. This delightful treat is perfect for brunch, special occasions, or simply indulging yourself. With its beautiful swirls and irresistible aroma, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or thawed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and smooth any creases.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gently fold in blueberries without crushing them.
- Cut the pastry into squares or triangles, placing a dollop of filling in the center of each piece. Fold and seal the edges.
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish and bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For variation, substitute blueberries with raspberries or cherries. Add lemon zest for extra flavor.