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Gluten-Free Cheese Danish

A delicious gluten-free pastry filled with smooth cream cheese, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 danishes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Danish Ingredients
  • 1 sheet gluten-free puff pastry, thawed Make sure it's fully thawed for best results.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Mix until really smooth to avoid lumps.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Use fresh juice for brighter flavor.
  • 1 egg lightly beaten (for egg wash) Gives a beautiful golden color.
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unfold the thawed gluten-free puff pastry sheet onto the prepared pan.
  3. In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice together until smooth and creamy.
  4. Cut the pastry sheet into 4 equal squares.
  5. Spoon a generous tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each square.
  6. Fold two opposite corners of each square into the center, pressing down lightly to seal. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and a deep golden brown.
  2. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.

Notes

Best served warm. Pair with coffee or tea for breakfast. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the oven to restore flakiness.