Knock Your Socks off Cream Cheese Danish

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1
Knock Your Socks off Cream Cheese Danish
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cans refrigerated refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls
2 packages reduced-fat cream cheese or ( 8 ounce ) packages neufchatel cheese , diced
1/2 cup white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons sour cream
1/2 cup of crushed walnuts ( or broken size of your choice ) or 1/2 cup pecans ( or broken size of your choice )
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 egg white , beaten
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon butter , softened

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
330
Sugar
18g
Fat
21g
This recipe offers a twist on the classic Danish pastry, filled with a sweet, creamy, and nutty mixture that will make your taste buds dance. The flaky crescent rolls are easy to find in any grocery store, and the filling ingredients are common enough that most home bakers will already have them in their pantry. The addition of nuts adds a satisfying crunch and extra flavor to the dish. Whether you are hosting a brunch gathering, or just looking to indulge in a sweet treat, these Cream Cheese Danish rolls are sure to please.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Unroll the crescent rolls and lay the two dough pieces flat on an ungreased baking sheet.
3.Pinch the seams of the crescent rolls together to form a rectangle shape.
4.Mix cream cheese, white sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, and sour cream together in a bowl. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the rectangle-shaped dough.
5.Sprinkle the broken walnuts or pecans over the cream cheese mixture.
6.Roll up the dough and cut into 12 individual rolls, using a serrated knife.
7.In another mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar and beaten egg white. Brush this mixture over each individual roll.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
9.In a separate bowl, mix confectioner's sugar, milk, and softened butter together until it forms a glaze. Drizzle over the warm Danish rolls.

PROS

Easy to make, delicious sweet treat for breakfast, brunch or snack.
Can be stored and reheated easily.

CONS

High in calories and sugar.
Not suitable for people with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cream cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, while nuts provide healthy fats and fiber. However, this recipe contains high amounts of sugar and should be consumed in moderation.

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