Flaky Buttery Cheese Danish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 box (17.3oz or 320g) puff pastry, thawed
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1 egg
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2 teaspoons water
→ Filling
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8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
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1 egg yolk, room temperature
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1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/8 teaspoon salt
→ Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1-2 tablespoons milk
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1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C (160°C fan) and line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, combine cream cheese, egg yolk, powdered sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well using a whisk or a rubber spatula.
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Using a rolling pin, roll out the puff pastry into a 12x12-inch square.
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Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut the dough into 9 4-inch squares. Fold each corner of each square about 1 inch toward the center and press gently to adhere.
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Using a small cookie scoop (1 tablespoon), place a tablespoon of cream cheese filling into the center of each puff pastry square.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Using a pastry brush, coat the sides of each pastry around the filling.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before adding icing.
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In a bowl, combine powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract. Add the milk slowly to achieve the desired icing consistency.
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Drizzle the prepared glaze over each cooled pastry before serving.
# Notes:
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Form and fill the danishes directly on the baking sheet to avoid moving them and risking wrinkles or tipping.
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Lightly roll puff pastry to smooth out lines. Cut into even squares for consistency.
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Customize with toppings such as chocolate chips or fresh berries before baking.