Easy Cheese Danishes Recipe 

Indulge in the delightful combination of flaky, buttery pastry and a rich, creamy filling with this easy Cheese Danishes recipe. Using store-bought crescent roll dough simplifies the process, making it perfect for beginners and busy mornings alike. The sweet cream cheese center, enhanced with vanilla and a touch of brown sugar, is complemented by a glossy glaze that adds the finishing touch. Whether served at breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these danishes bring a touch of bakery-style delight to your kitchen with minimal effort.

Ingredients:

Danish Components:

• 2 tubes of crescent rolls
  
  

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  
  

• 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  
  

• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  
  

• 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  
  

• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  
  

Glaze Components:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  
  

• 1 tablespoon milk
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
   
   

2. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend these ingredients until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
   
   

3. Prepare the Crescent Dough: Unroll the two tubes of crescent dough. Each tube contains eight triangles, but for the Danish shape, press the perforations together to form rectangles. You should have a total of eight rectangular pieces.
   
   

4. Add Butter and Brown Sugar: Brush the melted butter generously over the surface of each crescent dough rectangle. Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of brown sugar onto each rectangle. The brown sugar will caramelize as the danishes bake, creating a deliciously sweet and slightly crispy exterior.
   
   

5. Shape the Danishes: Roll each rectangle from the long side to form a coil. Seal the edges to ensure the filling stays inside. Once rolled, gently curve each coil into a circular shape and pinch the ends together to form a round shape.

6. Fill the Danishes: Place the prepared coils on the baking sheet. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each coil. Be careful not to overfill, as the filling may spill out during baking.
   
   

7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the danishes are golden brown and the dough is fully cooked.
   
   

8. Prepare the Glaze: While the danishes are baking, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a small bowl. Stir until the glaze is smooth and has a pourable consistency.
   
   

9. Glaze the Danishes: Once the danishes are out of the oven and have cooled for a few minutes, drizzle the glaze over the warm danishes. The glaze will soak into the danish, adding a perfect sweetness that complements the cream cheese filling.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 4g
  
  

• Fat: 12g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 30g
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 15g