Description
Crescent Cheese Danishes are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry and creamy filling, making for an irresistible treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. These easy-to-make pastries balance sweet and savory flavors, impressing guests at any occasion or enhancing a cozy morning routine. With the option to top them with fresh fruit or rich preserves, you can customize each danish to your liking. Indulge in the simplicity of this recipe and savor the deliciousness of homemade Crescent Cheese Danishes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for serving, optional)
- Fresh fruit or fruit preserves (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk (if using). Mix until smooth.
- Unroll the crescent dough on a lightly floured surface and press seams together if needed.
- Cut the dough into triangles or squares. Place 1–2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each piece.
- Fold the dough over the filling and pinch edges securely to seal.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; dust with powdered sugar or top with fresh fruit or preserves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest or almond extract into the cream cheese filling. Ensure your cream cheese is softened at room temperature for a smooth texture.