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Easy Apple & Cheese Danishes

Deliciously flaky pastries filled with a creamy apple and cheese mixture, perfect for brunch or a cozy treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American, Baked Goods
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry The star of this recipe! It provides that flaky and soft texture.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it’s softened so it mixes easily with the other ingredients.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Just enough to sweeten that cream cheese filling without overwhelming it.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract A hint of vanilla elevates the overall flavor.
  • 2 cups apples, peeled and diced Fresh apples add natural sweetness and a bit of tartness.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon This brings the warmth to the filling.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Helps keep the apples from browning.
  • 1 egg beaten This will serve as our egg wash.
  • as needed confectioners' sugar (optional) For that final sweet dusting.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • On a floured surface, roll out your puff pastry into about 1/8 inch thick. Cut it into squares or rectangles.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  • In another bowl, combine the diced apples with cinnamon and lemon juice. Toss to prevent browning.

Assembly

  • Take a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture and place it in the center of each pastry square, followed by a spoonful of the apple mixture.
  • Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Seal using a fork.
  • Brush the tops with the beaten egg.

Baking

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let cool slightly before dusting with confectioners' sugar, if desired.

Notes

Don’t overfill the pastries to avoid oozing. Chill puff pastry if it's warm in the kitchen. Experiment with spices for a unique flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
Keyword Apple Danish, Cheese Pastry, Easy Baking, Fall Recipes, Pastry Treats
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