Cream Cheese Danish

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 11

A delicious and sweet pastry filled with cream cheese and topped with pecans and powdered sugar

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

260

Sugar

16g

Fat

16g

Cream Cheese Danish is a classic pastry that is loved by many. Its buttery and flaky crescent dough encases a creamy and sweet filling, making it the perfect indulgence for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The rich cream cheese filling is complemented by the crunchy pecans and the sweet powdered sugar on top. Whether it's a special occasion or just a lazy Sunday morning, Cream Cheese Danish will always hit the spot.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Unroll crescent rolls and separate into triangles.
3.	In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
4.	Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese mixture onto each crescent triangle and spread evenly.
5.	Roll the crescent triangles up into a croissant shape and tuck the ends underneath.
6.	Beat the egg white until frothy and brush over the top of each croissant.
7.	Sprinkle chopped pecans on top of the croissants.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
9.	Let cool and sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

PROS

Cream Cheese Danish is a sweet and creamy pastry that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
It is easy to make and can be customized with different toppings or fillings.
The cream cheese filling is rich and satisfying, and the pecans add a nice crunch.
The powdered sugar on top adds an extra touch of sweetness.

CONS

Cream Cheese Danish is not the healthiest breakfast or dessert option due to its high sugar and fat content.
It can also be difficult to resist eating more than one due to its addictive taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cream Cheese Danish may not be the healthiest food in terms of nutritional value, it can provide a boost of energy and comfort. The cream cheese filling contains protein and calcium, while the pecans provide healthy fats and vitamins.

	2 cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
	1 large egg , separated
	2 packages cream cheese , softened
	1 cup sugar
	1 teaspoon lemon juice
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	3/4 cup pecans , chopped ( optional )
	1/4 cup powdered sugar , sprinkle on top