Lighter Cherry Cheese Danish

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 3

A lighter version of the classic cherry cheese Danish

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

289

Sugar

20g

Fat

13g

This lighter cherry cheese Danish is a delicious and easy breakfast pastry that won't leave you feeling weighed down. Unlike traditional Danish pastries, this recipe uses light cream cheese spread and a reduced amount of sugar. The end result is a pastry that's both tasty and a better choice for your waistline. The filling consists of a tasty combination of cream cheese and cherry pie filling—perfect for those with a sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, egg white, and vanilla until well combined.
3.	Unroll crescent rolls and separate into triangles. Place on a greased baking sheet.
4.	Spoon a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each triangle.
5.	Using your finger, make an indentation in the filling and spoon a small amount of cherry pie filling onto each triangle.
6.	Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7.	In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of nonfat milk to create a glaze.
8.	Drizzle the glaze over the Danish.
9.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Lower in calories and fat than traditional Danish pastries

CONS

Contains sugar and refined carbohydrates

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pastry should be enjoyed in moderation due to its sugar content, it does provide some nutritional benefits. The cream cheese contains protein and calcium, while the cherry filling provides antioxidants.

	2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
	2 containers light cream cheese spread , plain
	1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
	1 egg white
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	1 can cherry pie filling
	1 -2 tablespoon nonfat milk