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cherry danish

A flaky puff pastry Danish filled with sweet cherry pie filling and cream cheese, baked to perfection.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 sheets frozen puff pastry sheets
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 0.25 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Lay the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface, and cut each sheet into 6 equal-sized rectangles. You will have a total of 12 rectangles, about 4.5x3 inches in size.
  3. Arrange the puff pastries evenly onto the lined baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between each pastry.
  4. Use a fork to poke a few holes into the middle of the pastry sheet. Be sure to leave about a 0.5-inch perimeter around the edge. This will allow the outside border to puff up while the center stays low and holds the filling.
  5. In a medium bowl stir together the cream cheese, sugar, and almond extract until fully combined.
  6. Spread 1 heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each puff pastry.
  7. Top the cream cheese mixture with 2 heaping tablespoons of cherry pie filling.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together. Brush onto the outside edges of the pastry.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden.
  10. Remove from oven and dust with confectioners' sugar. Set aside to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This cherry Danish is perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.