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Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish

Delightful Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish in 40 Minutes

This Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful pastry combining citrus and berry sweetness, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puff Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Crescent roll dough can be used for quicker prep.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Opt for full-fat for the best results.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional, but elevates flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Add more if you love citrus!
For the Berry Flavors
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Frozen can work if drained well.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into four equal squares.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  4. Place a tablespoon of the filling in each pastry square, top with raspberries, and fold corners toward the center to seal.
  5. Brush tops with beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool slightly on a wire rack for about 5 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure puff pastry is completely thawed and monitor baking closely for a perfect result.

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