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Easter Egg Cream Cheese Danish

Easter Egg Cream Cheese Danish – A Sweet Brunch Surprise

Elevate your Easter brunch with this Easter Egg Cream Cheese Danish featuring flaky dough and a creamy filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 dough pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Danish
  • 2 cans Crescent Rolls Flaky layers provide texture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling Sweet and tangy
For the Filling
  • ⅔ cup Sugar Can substitute with powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Can switch to almond extract
For the Glaze
  • ⅓ cup Powdered Sugar Can use honey for a healthier option
  • 2 teaspoons Milk Can substitute with almond milk
  • Red Food Coloring Optional
  • Easter Sprinkles Choose seasonal-themed sprinkles

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • fork or piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Open the crescent roll packages carefully and slice one roll into 10 pieces and the other into 11 pieces, arranging them on a baking sheet.
  2. Using your thumb, press into the center of each dough circle to create a small indentation.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract; blend until smooth. Spoon a generous dollop of filling into each dough circle, followed by cherry pie filling.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the Danish for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled Danish and use colored glaze for decoration.
  6. Once cooled, finish each Danish with a sprinkle of festive Easter sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened before mixing and avoid overfilling each dough circle.

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