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Easy Cherry Danish

This Easy Cherry Danish is a breeze to make! Flaky pastry filled with creamy goodness and topped with sweet cherry filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 sheets puff pastry thawed but still cold
  • 2 cups Lucky Leaf cherry fruit filling
  • Sliced almonds for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream for brushing

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  3. Unroll puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Roll out gently to 1/8-inch thick and cut into eight squares.
  4. On each square, place about a tablespoon of cream cheese mixture and top with cherry filling.
  5. Fold the corners of each square toward the center and pinch to seal. Place on a baking sheet.
  6. Brush the tops with heavy cream for a golden sheen.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly, then garnish with sliced almonds before serving.

Notes

  • For a different fruit filling, try blueberry, raspberry, or mixed berry.
  • Substitute mascarpone or ricotta for the cream cheese in the filling.
  • You can freeze unbaked danishes for up to 2 months.