Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish
This delightful Chocolate Cream Cheese Danish features golden, flaky pastry enveloping a rich cream cheese and semi-sweet chocolate filling, making it a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (or 1 can crescent roll dough)
Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Egg Wash
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tsp water
Optional Garnish
- to taste powdered sugar, for dusting Optional, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Roll the puff pastry into a 10x10-inch square (or press together seams of crescent dough) and cut it into strips if desired.
Assembly
- Spread the cream cheese mixture down the center of each dough strip and sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
- Fold or braid the dough over the filling, encasing it completely.
Finishing
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with water to create an egg wash and brush it over the dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Watch baking time closely to avoid overbaking. For a healthier option, consider using low-sugar alternatives or dairy-free cream cheese.