Imagine biting into a flaky, golden pastry that oozes with creamy, tangy filling and bursts with juicy blueberries - a breakfast dream that's about to become your delicious reality! This Easy Blueberry Lemon Cream Cheese Danish is not just a recipe, it's a morning transformation that will elevate your breakfast game from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're a baking novice or a pastry pro, these danishes promise to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package of puff pastry
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Thaw the puff pastry according to package instructions, typically about 30 minutes at room temperature.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and cut into 8 equal rectangular pieces.
- Spread a generous dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle fresh blueberries evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold the corners of each pastry rectangle slightly inward, creating a rustic, open-faced danish shape.
- Brush the exposed pastry edges with beaten egg to ensure a golden, shiny finish.
- Place the prepared danishes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional: Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness.
Tips
- Ensure your cream cheese is truly softened at room temperature for the smoothest, creamiest filling.
- Don't skip the egg wash - it's the secret to that gorgeous golden, glossy pastry finish.
- Use fresh, plump blueberries for the most vibrant flavor and beautiful presentation.
- Allow the puff pastry to thaw completely but keep it cool to maintain its flaky texture.
- Space your danishes generously on the baking sheet to allow proper puffing and browning.
- Let the pastries cool slightly before serving to prevent burning and allow the filling to set.
- For an extra touch of elegance, serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of lemon glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
