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BLUEBERRY CREAM CHEESE DANISH

This Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful treat! Flaky pastry meets creamy filling and sweet blueberries for a perfect bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8-oz Cream Cheese
  • 2 tubes Flaky Crescent Rolls
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 can Blueberry Pie Filling
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 3 tbsp Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Slivered Almonds (Optional)

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
  4. Open the crescent rolls and unroll them on a clean surface, pinching the seams together.
  5. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the dough, leaving a small border. Spoon blueberry filling on top.
  6. Fold and seal the edges of the dough over the filling.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and lemon zest.
  9. Drizzle glaze over the cooled danish and sprinkle with almonds if desired.
  10. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for creaminess.
  • Adjust powdered sugar in the glaze to taste.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
  • Brush edges with melted butter for a golden crust.