Cream Cheese Danish

Introduction

This easy Cream Cheese Danish recipe is a quick way to enjoy a bakery-style treat at home. With buttery crescent rolls, a creamy filling, and a sweet glaze, this dessert or breakfast pastry is as simple as it is delicious. Perfect for entertaining or satisfying a sweet tooth in a pinch!

Ingredients

For the Danish:

• 2 cans of crescent roll dough (8 oz each)
• 2 packages cream cheese (8 oz each, softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons sour cream

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon butter (softened)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Layer the Crescent Dough:
   • Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared pan, sealing any seams.
3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
   • Spread the filling evenly over the crescent dough layer.
4. Top with More Dough:
   • Unroll the second can of crescent dough and lay it on top of the filling, sealing any seams.
5. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
6. Prepare the Glaze:
   • While the Danish cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and butter until smooth.
7. Drizzle with Glaze:
   • Once the Danish has cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top.

Conclusion

This Cream Cheese Danish is a rich and satisfying treat that’s perfect for brunch, dessert, or a snack. The flaky layers, creamy filling, and sweet glaze make it an irresistible indulgence that’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Enjoy!

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