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Raspberry Danish

Easy Raspberry Danish Recipe That Will Brighten Your Morning

This Easy Raspberry Danish is a delightful mixture of flaky puff pastry and creamy filling that will surely brighten your morning.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9 Danishes
Course: Dessert
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Frozen Puff Pastry Substitute with homemade puff pastry for a more rustic flavor.
  • as needed Flour For dusting the work surface to prevent sticking.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Can substitute with frozen raspberries (thawed and dried) or raspberry jam.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Any brand works; Philadelphia is commonly used.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be blended into powdered if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, but recommended for added depth.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Omit for vegan versions; check for alternatives.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by removing the frozen puff pastry from the freezer and placing it in the refrigerator to thaw overnight. If you're in a rush, leave it out at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla extract. Beat until velvety smooth and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Lightly dust your work surface with flour, roll out the pastry to about 1/8-inch thick, and cut it into 9 equal squares.
  4. Place a small dollop of the cream cheese filling in the center of each pastry square. Top the filling with fresh raspberries.
  5. Place the assembled Raspberry Danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the top of each Danish with a beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Allow the Raspberry Danishes to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can freeze unbaked pastries for up to 2 months and bake straight from the freezer. Consider adding lemon zest to the filling for extra flavor.

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