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Danish Pastries with Cream Cheese and Cherries

Danish Pastries with Cream Cheese & Cherries

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115g)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 cup frozen cherries, thawed and drained
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, blend the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  • Roll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface, trimming the edges. Slice it into 8 equal squares. You can also set aside the leftover pastry to make decorative leaves if desired.
  • Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each square.
  • Add a few cherries on top of each one.
  • Fold the corners of each pastry square towards the center, overlapping slightly to form a pinwheel or diamond shape. Press gently to seal. If preferred, shape the remaining pastry into leaves and place them on top for decoration.
  • Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to achieve a golden finish.
  • Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden brown. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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