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Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish

Flaky pastries filled with creamy cheese and fresh blueberries, an easy treat that adds elegance to any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Fresh lemon juice preferred.
For the pastries
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed Ensure it is rolled out appropriately.
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries Frozen can be used if well-drained.
  • 1 egg for egg wash Beaten.
  • Sugar for sprinkling To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into rectangles.
  4. Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each rectangle, then top with blueberries.
  5. Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket.
  6. Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These pastries are best enjoyed warm. Consider dusting with additional powdered sugar for extra sweetness.