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Homemade Danish

Flaky, buttery homemade Danish pastries filled with sweet cheese filling. A perfect treat for breakfast or brunch!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Cold unsalted butter Cut into cubes
  • 0.75 cup Cold milk
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Softened
  • 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
  • Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually add the milk, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • For the filling: In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a rectangle.
  • Spread the cream cheese filling over the dough.
  • Fold the dough in half or roll up and cut into individual pastries.
  • Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Notes

Enjoy your delicious homemade Danish pastries!