Cherry Cheese Danish Pastry (Print)

Flaky pastry wraps creamy cheese and cherries for a golden, sweet treat—ideal for breakfast or gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

→ Filling

02 - 1 cup cherry pie filling, canned
03 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Finishing

06 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into four 4×4-inch squares.
03 - In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square and add a dollop of cherry pie filling on top.
05 - Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create pockets and pinch to seal.
06 - Brush each Danish with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
07 - Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Thaw puff pastry thoroughly before rolling to prevent cracking.
02 - Ensure the cream cheese is softened to achieve a smooth filling consistency.

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