Coffee and cream cheese – because why settle for ordinary when you can have decadent? The Coffee Cream Cheese Danish combines everything you love: rich coffee flavor, velvety cream cheese, and buttery, flaky pastry. It’s the treat that screams “I’m sophisticated,” while also silently judging you for not having a real breakfast. Perfect for when you’re too tired to choose between caffeine and something sweet. Why not have both? This Danish is the gourmet solution to all your “what to have for breakfast” dilemmas. Trust me, you’ll be more than pleased with this caffeinated pastry masterpiece.

Coffee Cream Cheese Danish

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This Coffee Cream Cheese Danish offers a decadent twist on a classic pastry, blending rich coffee with smooth cream cheese in a flaky, buttery crust.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings 8 servings

Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients

For the Dough:

1 sheet puff pastry store-bought
1 egg for egg wash

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

8 oz cream cheese softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Coffee Glaze:

2 tbsp brewed coffee cooled
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the filling: Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Roll out the dough: Unroll the puff pastry on a floured surface, cutting it into 8 squares.
Fill the dough: Place a dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square.
Shape the Danish: Fold the corners of each pastry over the filling, leaving a little opening in the center.
Brush with egg wash: Beat the egg and brush over the pastries to give them a golden finish.
Bake: Place in the oven for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
Make the glaze: Mix cooled coffee with powdered sugar until smooth.
Glaze the Danish: Drizzle the coffee glaze over the warm pastries.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 220 kcal
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

Vitamin A: 6%
Calcium: 3%
Iron: 4%
Vitamin B12: 2%
Magnesium: 3%

Additional Notes/Tips

For an extra punch: Try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the cream cheese mixture for a spiced twist.
Make it your own: If you’re feeling adventurous, swap the coffee glaze for chocolate or caramel.
Storage: These Danishes are best eaten fresh but will last for 1-2 days in an airtight container.

Coffee Cream Cheese Danish