Cheese Danish Recipe
Make Cheese Danish Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Add the frothy yeast mixture, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare Cream Cheese Filling
In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares.
- 9
Add Filling
Place a tablespoon of cream cheese filling in the center of each square. Fold the corners over the filling to create a pocket.
- 10
Second Rise
Place the shaped danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- 11
Bake
Bake the danishes in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Topping Preparation
- 12
Make Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 13
Glaze the Danishes
Once the danishes are baked and cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top.