Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup cherry pie filling (canned)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into four 4×4-inch squares.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center of each square and add a dollop of cherry pie filling on top.
- Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create pockets and pinch to seal.
- Brush each danish with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh cherries if preferred, but adjust sugar accordingly.
- Serve warm for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg