Cheese Danish Delight Bake (Print Version)
Flaky pastry filled with sweet cream cheese, baked golden and perfect for sharing.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
01 -
2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
→ Filling
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1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Egg Wash
08 -
1 large egg, beaten
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1 tablespoon milk
→ Dough Assembly
10 -
1/4 cup cold water
# Steps:
01 -
Whisk flour, granulated sugar, and salt together in a large bowl. Add cold, cubed butter and blend with a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add 1/4 cup cold water and mix until the dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On a floured countertop, roll the dough into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut into approximately 4-inch by 4-inch squares.
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Combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Stir until smooth and well blended.
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Place 1 tablespoon of cream cheese filling in the center of each dough square. Fold the corners inward to meet at the center, pinching to seal the seam.
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In a small bowl, whisk the beaten egg with milk. Brush this wash over each shaped Danish.
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Arrange on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Chill the dough thoroughly for easier rolling and improved flakiness.