Coffee Cream Cheese Danish
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.
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.