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Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish

Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish
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This Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful pastry combining zesty lemon, fresh raspberries, and smooth cream cheese inside flaky, buttery puff pastry. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, it offers a perfect balance of bright, creamy, and fruity flavors with an indulgent flaky texture.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought), thawed

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Fruit Topping

  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries

For Baking

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Optional Variations

  • Powdered sugar or lemon glaze (powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice) for drizzling
  • Chopped almonds or pistachios for sprinkling
  • Fresh thyme or basil for herbal infusion
  • Gluten-free puff pastry as an alternative

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  2. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Thaw puff pastry according to package instructions. On a floured surface, gently unfold and roll out slightly, then cut into squares or rectangles depending on your preferred size.
  3. Assemble the Danish: Place a dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry piece. Top with a generous handful of fresh raspberries, pressing them lightly into the cream cheese.
  4. Shape the Danish: Fold the corners of the pastry inward over the filling, creating a loose envelope that leaves some fruit and cream cheese visible on top. Pinch edges gently to seal.
  5. Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the tops and edges of each danish with beaten egg to achieve a golden-brown finish. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Optionally, drizzle with lemon glaze or dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth, creamy filling.
  • Do not overfill to keep pastry crispy and evenly cooked.
  • Chilling assembled danishes for 10 minutes before baking helps maintain shape.
  • Use fresh raspberries to maintain moisture balance and vibrant flavor.
  • Watch baking time closely as puff pastry browns quickly.

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Keywords: lemon raspberry danish, cream cheese danish, puff pastry dessert, sweet breakfast pastry

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