Description
Enjoy these Cream Cheese and Chocolate Puff Pastry Danishes, featuring a rich cream cheese filling and chocolate chips wrapped in flaky pastry. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they are sure to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional, for topping)
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Using a hand mixer or a whisk, beat the mixture until it is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Once the mixture is well combined, set it aside to allow the flavors to meld while you prepare the puff pastry.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets. You should have two sheets in the package.
- Using a rolling pin, gently roll out each sheet to smooth out creases and to slightly increase the size. Aim for a rectangle shape, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares (you should have a total of 8 squares). Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean edges.
- Take one square of puff pastry and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- In the center of the square, spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the cream cheese filling. Be careful not to overfill, as it may spill out during baking.
- Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top of the cream cheese filling for added flavor.
- To create a Danish shape, fold the corners of the pastry square towards the center, pinching them together to seal the filling inside. You can also leave the corners open for a more rustic look.
- Repeat this process with the remaining squares of puff pastry, cream cheese filling, and chocolate chips.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk to create an egg wash.
- Using a pastry brush, gently brush the egg wash over the tops of each assembled Danish. This will give them a beautiful golden color when baked.
- If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds on top of each Danish for added texture and flavor.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
- Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.
- Once baked, remove the Danish from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
- After cooling slightly, transfer the Danish to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, dust the tops with additional powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. These Danish are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful dessert.
- Store any leftover Danish in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-10 minutes to restore their flaky texture.
- You can also freeze the unbaked assembled Danish. To do this, place them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
Notes
- Der Teig darf während der Ruhezeit nicht bewegt werden.
- Für ein intensiveres Knoblaucharoma können mehr Zehen verwendet werden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes