Description
Indulge in the irresistible Blueberry Cheese Danish, a delightful pastry that marries creamy cheese with the sweet-tart burst of fresh blueberries. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this easy-to-make treat will fill your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas, making every bite a cherished experience. Whether shared at a brunch gathering or enjoyed solo with your morning coffee, this danish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into squares (about 4 inches each).
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and blueberries gently.
- Place about one tablespoon of filling in the center of each pastry square; fold corners towards the center.
- Whisk together egg and milk; brush over the pastries.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For an extra zing, add lemon zest to the cream cheese filling. You can use frozen blueberries if fresh ones aren't available; just ensure they are thawed and drained well before mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat at 350°F for crispy results.