Raspberry Cheese Danish

Indulge in the perfect balance of flaky, buttery pastry and luscious, tangy-sweet filling with this Raspberry Cheese Danish recipe. Featuring golden puff pastry wrapped around a rich cream cheese mixture infused with vanilla and a hint of zesty lemon, this elegant treat is topped with juicy fresh raspberries for a burst of flavor in every bite. A light drizzle of powdered sugar glaze adds the final touch to these bakery-quality danishes that are surprisingly easy to make at home. Ready in under an hour, these delicious pastries make a show-stopping breakfast, brunch centerpiece, or delightful dessert. Whether you’re savoring them fresh out of the oven or serving them at a gathering, this Raspberry Cheese Danish recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 whole Egg yolk
• 1 cup Fresh raspberries
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1 whole Egg
• 1 tbsp Milk
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 3

Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into 4 squares.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the lemon zest and gently stir in the raspberries to the cream cheese mixture.

Step 6

Place a heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square.

Step 7

Fold the corners of each square towards the center, pressing gently to seal.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create an egg wash.

Step 9

Brush each danish with the egg wash, making sure to coat the outer edges.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack.

Step 12

In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and water to form a glaze.

Step 13

Drizzle the glaze over the warm danishes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	697.6 grams (697.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2126

Total Fat 126.90g	163%
Saturated Fat 59.60g	298%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.10g
Cholesterol 611mg	204%
Sodium 1267mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 224.20g	82%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 146.80g
Protein 33.00g	66%

Vitamin D 73IU	364%
Calcium 338mg	26%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 719mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.6%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 41.3%