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Raspberry Danish

Irresistible Raspberry Danish with Creamy Filling at Home

This quick and easy Raspberry Danish with creamy filling is perfect for busy mornings and is sure to impress your guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Store-bought for ease
  • 1 tablespoon Flour For dusting
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened, Philadelphia recommended
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar blended to powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Can use frozen, thawed and dried
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Rolling Pin
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Sharp Knife
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw the puff pastry by placing it in the refrigerator overnight or let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the cream cheese filling by mixing the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface into a square about 10.5 inches and cut into 9 equal squares.
  4. Fill each square with a dollop of cream cheese filling and 2-3 raspberries.
  5. Fold the corners of each pastry square towards the center and pinch to seal.
  6. Chill the assembled pastries on a baking sheet in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Brush the tops of pastries with beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold while working. For best results, chill the assembled pastries before baking.

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