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Cream Cheese Danishes

Irresistible Cream Cheese Danishes with Sugared Cranberries

Experience the magic of Cream Cheese Danishes with this delightful recipe, featuring rich flavors and festive appeal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Crescent Dough Refrigerated
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese At room temperature
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Or sugar alternative
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Strawberry Jam Can substitute with other jams
  • 1 cup Sugared Cranberries Prepare in advance
For the Glaze
  • 4 tbsp Butter Melted
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and unroll the crescent dough on a clean surface. Cut into rectangles.
  2. Combine room temperature cream cheese and sugar in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
  3. Spoon strawberry jam over the center of each rectangle.
  4. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and twist the ends slightly.
  5. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Melt butter for glaze, whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  7. Allow danishes to cool, then drizzle with glaze and top with sugared cranberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overfilling to prevent spillover during baking.

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