Description
Make bakery-style Homemade Cheese Danish with buttery, flaky pastry and a creamy sweet cream cheese filling. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for topping
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and milk, mixing to form a smooth dough.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread softened cream cheese evenly over the dough.
- Fold dough into thirds and cut into squares or rectangles.
- Place pieces on baking sheet and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
Notes
- Use cold butter to ensure flaky layers.
- For extra sweetness, drizzle with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk.
- Serve warm for best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European