Raspberry Cheese Danish Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• STEP 3.Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto the prepared baking sheet and spread the cream cheese mixture in the center, leaving a border around the edges.
• STEP 4.Spread raspberry jam over the cream cheese mixture.
• STEP 5.Cut slits on both sides of the pastry, about 1 inch apart, and fold the strips over the filling in a crisscross pattern.
• STEP 6.Brush the pastry with beaten egg for a golden brown finish.
• STEP 7.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
• STEP 8.Allow the Danish to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
• STEP 9.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to ensure a smooth filling.
• You can use homemade or store-bought raspberry jam for this recipe.
• Feel free to add a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top of the Danish before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Raspberry Cheese Danish warm or at room temperature.
• If serving as a dessert, you can add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.