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Blackberry Cream Cheese Danish

This pastry features flaky, golden layers of dough filled with tangy cream cheese and juicy blackberries. The baking process creates a crispy exterior with a soft, fruity interior, resulting in a visually appealing and tender final dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package pre-made puff pastry sheets thawed if frozen
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries washed and dried
  • 1 egg egg wash beaten

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth and slightly extend the layers, then cut into four equal rectangles.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each pastry rectangle, leaving about a half-inch border around the edges.
  5. Distribute the fresh blackberries evenly over the cream cheese, pressing them gently into the filling.
  6. Fold each rectangle into a rough seal, pinching the edges together or folding slightly inward to contain the filling, then place onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush the edges of each Danish with beaten egg to give them a shiny, golden finish once baked.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven until the pastries are puffed and golden brown, about 15–20 minutes, rotating halfway through for even baking.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack; the filling will be bubbling and fragrant.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature, enjoying the crispy layers with the sweet, fruity filling.

Notes

You can substitute blueberries or raspberries for blackberries. For a drizzle, melt some additional chocolate and drizzle over the pastries before serving.