Description
This Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish is a deliciously indulgent pastry made with buttery puff pastry, a sweet cream cheese filling, and rich chocolate. It’s easy to assemble and bake—perfect for brunch, dessert, or a cozy coffee companion.
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting or simple glaze
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make Filling:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Prepare Puff Pastry:
- Unfold the puff pastry and cut into 4–6 squares. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square. Fold over into triangles or fold edges toward the center.
- Seal & Brush:
- Seal edges with a fork. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and puffed. Cool slightly before serving.
- Finish:
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze if desired.
Notes
- Use Nutella instead of chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest to the cream cheese for a twist.
- Store in the fridge and reheat in a toaster oven for best results.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
