Easy Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish Recipe | Flaky Pastry Dessert
Flaky pastry, rich chocolate, and creamy cheese come together in this easy chocolate cream cheese Danish. A quick, indulgent recipe that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Elegant enough for guests yet simple enough for everyday baking.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Pastry brush (for egg wash)
- Cooling rack (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (or crescent roll dough)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped chocolate or chocolate chips
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
- Optional: powdered sugar or glaze for topping
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Shape Pastry: Cut puff pastry into squares. Place cream cheese filling in the center, add chocolate pieces.
- Fold: Bring corners inward to form a danish shape. Seal edges lightly.
- Egg Wash: Whisk egg with milk, brush over pastry for shine.
- Bake: Place on parchment-lined sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes until golden.
- Finish: Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle glaze. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese: ensures smooth filling.
- Chill pastry before baking: for extra flakiness.
- Don’t overfill: prevents leaks.
- Variations: swap chocolate for Nutella, add fruit, or make mini versions for parties.