Espresso-stuffed Danish pastries—because why settle for a regular pastry when you can shove coffee into it? These delightful little treats take your average Danish to a whole new level. Think buttery, flaky dough with a surprise espresso punch that doesn’t just wake you up—it makes you feel like you’ve achieved something significant. If you’re tired of bland, uninspiring pastries that don’t have a sense of purpose, these are for you. Forget boring breakfasts; this pastry is for those who know their coffee and pastry game is about to be elevated.

Espresso-Stuffed Danish Pastries

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Espresso-stuffed Danish pastries are a decadent blend of buttery, flaky dough and rich espresso, making every bite irresistible.

Print Recipe

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 20

Total Time 45

Servings 8 servings

Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

For the Pastry:

1 package puff pastry thawed
1/4 cup espresso cooled
2 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
2 tbsp butter melted
1 egg beaten, for egg wash

For the Espresso Cream Filling:

1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tbsp espresso cooled

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and cooled espresso.
Roll out the pastry: Unroll the puff pastry and cut it into squares. Create a small indentation in each square.
Stuff the pastries: Fill the indentation with the espresso cream mixture and a small piece of chocolate.
Shape the pastries: Fold the pastry over the filling to form a pocket or seal the edges, depending on your design.
Egg wash: Brush the top of each pastry with the beaten egg for that golden finish.
Bake: Place the pastries on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden and puffed.
Cool and serve: Let the pastries cool slightly before enjoying your espresso-stuffed masterpiece.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 280 kcal
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

Vitamin A: 10%
Iron: 8%
Calcium: 2%
Vitamin D: 4%
Magnesium: 3%

Additional Notes/Tips

Enhance flavor: Sprinkle a little cinnamon or cocoa powder over the pastries before baking for extra warmth.
Custom option: Add a drizzle of melted chocolate on top for an even more decadent treat.
Serve with coffee: Because why not take your caffeine obsession one step further?

Espresso-Stuffed Danish Pastries