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How to make DANISHES FROM SCRATCH | HOW TO MAKE CHEESE DANISH AT HOME

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The Cheese Danish has its roots in the Danish pastry tradition, which was brought to America by European immigrants. This delightful pastry is often enjoyed as a breakfast treat or dessert, celebrated for its flaky texture and creamy filling. Today, variations abound, with different fillings and toppings, making it a beloved choice in bakeries and homes across the United States.

Ingredients

  • puff pastry
  • cream cheese
  • sugar
  • vanilla extract
  • egg
  • lemon zest
  • powdered sugar
  • milk

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
  3. 3Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles.
  4. 4Mix cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth.
  5. 5Spoon the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry square.
  6. 6Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket.
  7. 7Beat an egg and brush it over the pastry for a golden finish.
  8. 8Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. 9Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. 10Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  11. 11Mix powdered sugar with a little milk to create a glaze.
  12. 12Drizzle the glaze over the warm pastries before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

cream cheese

Healthier: ricotta cheese

Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a lighter texture with fewer calories.

puff pastry

Healthier: phyllo dough

Cheaper: homemade pastry dough

Phyllo dough is lower in fat and can be more economical.

sugar

Healthier: honey

Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

powdered sugar

Healthier: coconut sugar

Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is a natural alternative with a lower glycemic index.

Techniques

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Equipment

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Also Known As

Danish pastryCheese pastry

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup almond paste
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1-2 tbsp milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. 1In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. 2In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. 3Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. 4Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. 5Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. 6Spread the almond paste evenly over the dough, then fold the dough in half lengthwise.
  7. 7Cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide, then cut each strip into a 'V' shape at the top to create the claws.
  8. 8Place the bear claws on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. 9Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops of the bear claws with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  10. 10Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack.
  11. 11In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze. Drizzle over the cooled bear claws before serving.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. 2Add melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
  3. 3Gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. 4Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. 5In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and almond extract until smooth. Set aside.
  6. 6Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. 7Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, then cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide.
  8. 8Braid the strips together, pinching the ends to seal. Place the braided dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. 9Beat the additional egg and brush it over the braided dough for a golden finish.
  10. 10Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup fruit preserves (your choice)
  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp flour (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth it out.
  3. 3In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. 4Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. 5Spread the fruit preserves over the cream cheese layer.
  6. 6Cut the pastry into strips (about 1 inch wide) and then roll each strip tightly to form pinwheels.
  7. 7Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. 8Brush the tops of the pinwheels with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
  9. 9Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
  10. 10Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Equipment

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