Crescent Cheese Danish
Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked Danish in the morning?
This treat is easy to prepare with our Danish Crescent Cheese recipe.
Ingredients
or 1 medium PKG. soft Philly cream cheese.
o Two crescent-shaped rolling tubes.
or 1/2 C regular white sugar.or 1/4 C. light brown sugar.
or 2 tablespoons. melted butter.
or 1 tsp.lemon juice.
or 1 tsp. made from pure vanilla extract.
FOR THE GLAZE:
or 2/3 C. powdered sugar.or 4 teaspoons. Milk.
or 1 tsp. made from pure vanilla extract.
How to Make Danish Crescent Cheese Crackers
1. I set my oven temperature to 350℉.
2. I used a mixer to combine cream cheese, lemon juice, pure vanilla extract, and white sugar in a medium bowl
until well blended.
3.I opened the muffin cases in a crescent shape. To cut them I used a sharp knife and sliced them. I get thick
slices.
4. I layered each slice on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.To make a small wall on the outside, I used my
fingers or a small measuring cup.
5. I took the melted butter and, using a whisk, added 1/4 cup light brown sugar to the mixture. I apply the
mixture to any Danish blend. Even percentages of filling in each Danish portion.6. I cooked it at 350 degrees
Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, when the color turned golden, I removed it from the oven.
7. I let it cool and then added a touch of glaze.
8.For the glaze: Combine all three ingredients in a small bowl and stir until smooth, then drizzle over each warm
bun.
This Crescent Cheese Danish recipe sounds absolutely delicious! Here are a few additional tips and suggestions to enhance the baking experience:
1. **Cream Cheese Filling**: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. You can also add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and enhance the flavor of the filling.
2. **Variations**: Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite ingredients such as fruit preserves, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts. You can also sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the cream cheese filling for added flavor.
3. **Rolling Crescent Dough**: When rolling out the crescent dough, make sure to pinch the seams together to prevent any filling from leaking out during baking. You can also roll the dough slightly thinner for a more delicate pastry.
4. **Baking Time**: Keep an eye on the Danish while baking, as the cooking time may vary depending on your oven and the thickness of the dough. Bake until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
5. **Glaze Consistency**: Adjust the consistency of the glaze by adding more milk if it’s too thick or more powdered sugar if it’s too thin. The glaze should be smooth and pourable but not too runny.
6. **Flavor Enhancements**: Consider adding a dash of almond extract or lemon zest to the glaze for extra flavor. You can also sprinkle chopped nuts or decorative sprinkles over the glaze for added texture and visual appeal.
7. **Storage**: Store any leftover Danish in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. You can also freeze the Danish for longer storage. Simply wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.
8. **Serve Warm**: These Crescent Cheese Danish are best served warm, so if you’re reheating leftovers, you can warm them in the microwave for a few seconds or in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.
Enjoy baking and indulging in these delightful Crescent Cheese Danish! They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of the day.
