Easy Apple & Cheese Danishes
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Easy Apple & Cheese Danishes, featuring a perfect blend of sweet apples and creamy cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry. These delightful pastries are quick to prepare, making them an excellent choice for brunch or dessert. With their golden-brown appearance and irresistible aroma, your friends and family will be begging for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick; cut into squares.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Fold diced apples into the cream cheese mixture.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each pastry square; fold corners over and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added warmth, sprinkle in some nutmeg or use ricotta instead of cream cheese for a different flavor profile. Store leftover danishes in an airtight container at room temperature; reheat at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.