Description
Danish pastry magic unfolds with this easy pumpkin danish, blending warm autumn spices and creamy cheese into a delightful breakfast treat. Flaky layers promise comfort and indulgence you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 package puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Sugars and Spices:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400F (200C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal pastry performance.
- Craft the pumpkin filling by blending pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, and pumpkin spice into a silky, uniform mixture.
- Whip the cream cheese mixture to a luxurious consistency by combining softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry and slice into precise squares, ensuring uniform size for consistent baking.
- Position a dollop of cream cheese mixture centrally on each pastry square, then crown with an equal portion of pumpkin filling.
- Elegantly fold the pastry corners toward the center, creating a delicate envelope that securely contains the luscious fillings.
- Gently brush the pastry edges with beaten egg wash, which will yield a gorgeous golden sheen during baking.
- Transfer the assembled danish to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, monitoring until the pastry transforms into a rich, amber-toned delicacy.
- Finish by dusting the warm pastries with a delicate snowfall of powdered sugar, enhancing both visual appeal and sweetness.
Notes
- Chill pastry dough before rolling to prevent sticking and ensure flaky texture.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for richer, smoother filling that holds its shape during baking.
- Seal pastry edges firmly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Replace puff pastry with gluten-free alternative for dietary restrictions without compromising taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 196 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg