Description
This Easy Cream Cheese Danish features a buttery, flaky crescent dough filled with a rich, sweet cream cheese mixture. Quick to make and perfect for breakfast or dessert, it’s a simple yet delicious pastry that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent dough
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: Fruit toppings or powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent dough and pinch the seams together to form a rectangle.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture down the center of the dough, leaving a border on the sides.
- Fold the dough over the cream cheese filling to form a log or braid, pressing the edges to seal.
- Brush the top of the dough with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Garnish with fruit or powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
- Add fresh berries or fruit preserves on top for extra flavor and sweetness.
- For a sweeter finish, drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
