Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish
Ingredients
For the Danish:
- 2 cans 8 oz each crescent roll dough or puff pastry sheets
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ cup fruit preserves optional, for fruit-filled versions
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Dough:
- Unroll 1 can of crescent roll dough and press it into a rectangle, pinching the seams together to seal.
- Lay it flat on the prepared baking sheet.
Make the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Danish:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
- Add small dollops of fruit preserves if making a fruit-filled version.
Top with Second Layer:
- Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the filling.
- Pinch the edges to seal and press lightly.
Bake the Danish:
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and puffed up.
- Let it cool slightly before adding the glaze.
Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Danish using a spoon or piping bag.
Slice and Serve:
- Cut into squares or rectangles and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Puff Pastry Alternative: Substitute crescent roll dough with puff pastry sheets for an extra flaky texture. Adjust baking time by adding 5 extra minutes.
- Fruit Options: Swap fruit preserves with fresh fruit slices like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries for a fresher flavor.
- Flavor Boost: Add lemon zest to the cream cheese filling for a zesty kick, or drizzle melted chocolate for added richness.