Ingredients

4 ounces cream cheese , room temp
1/4 cup cottage cheese ( optional )
1/4 cup sugar ( More if you have a real sweet tooth or 1/4 cup Splenda )
1 small egg ( if large , beat and just add half or double the recipe )
1/2 teaspoon lemon peel , grated
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup dried fruit ( go juicy and try fresh or use pie filling or jam ) or 1/2 cup almond paste ( go juicy and try fresh or use pie filling or jam )
1 batch crescent roll ( Crescent Rolls without the kosher salt and caraway or roll Pillsbury seamless )
1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar
1/2 tablespoon milk
1/2 tablespoon butter , soft
nuts ( to garnish )
Danish Delights are a delicious and versatile dessert option that can be customized with any fruit or filling of your choice. These sweet treats are perfect for a morning pastry, an afternoon snack, or an after-dinner indulgence. While this recipe may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or sensitivities, it is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cottage cheese, sugar, egg, lemon peel, and lemon juice until smooth.
3.Unroll crescent rolls and press together seams to make one big rectangle.
4.Spread mixture on the crescent rolls.
5.Add 1/2 cup of your chosen fruit, pie filling, or almond paste on top of the cheese mixture.
6.Roll the crescent rolls from the long end and pinch the seams to seal.
7.Cut into 1-inch slices and place onto a baking sheet.
8.Bake for 11-14 minutes or until golden brown.
9.In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, milk, and butter until it forms a drizzling consistency.
10.Drizzle the mixture over the Danish Delights to finish them off.
11.

PROS

Easy to make, customizable to individual preferences, perfect for a sweet treat any time of the day.

CONS

May be high in calories and sugar, may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or lactose sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The fruit options in this recipe provide a serving of fruits, which contain important vitamins and antioxidants. However, the sugar content should be consumed in moderation.

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