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Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish

Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish You Can Make Today

Indulge in this Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish, a delightful treat with rich flavors and a flaky pastry perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Danish
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar No direct substitution recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract.
For the Pastry
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Ensure it's fully thawed before use.
  • 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be used for more intensity.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with milk for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Almond milk or other non-dairy options are fine.
For Dusting
  • 1 tablespoon Optional Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat the mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the filling is smooth and creamy.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While the oven heats, gently roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 4x4 inch squares and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Take a spoonful of the cream cheese filling and place it in the center of each pastry square. Sprinkle a few semi-sweet chocolate chips over the filling.
  4. In a small bowl, beat together an egg and a splash of milk to create your egg wash. Generously apply the egg wash over each assembled Danish.
  5. Once assembled, place the baking sheet in your preheated oven. Bake the Danishes for about 15-20 minutes until they are puffed and golden brown.
  6. Allow the Danishes to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish is perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack and is best enjoyed fresh.

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