Description
Swirled Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful pastry that combines flaky puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling and fresh blueberries. This impressive treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. With its buttery layers and vibrant colors, this danish not only tastes incredible but also looks stunning on any table setting. Get ready to wow your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in blueberries.
- Roll out puff pastry into a rectangle (12×16 inches), cut into strips lengthwise and crosswise without cutting through entirely.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture down the center of each strip, twist each strip over the filling to form swirls.
- Brush with egg wash and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute blueberries with raspberries or peaches for a delicious twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes.