Espresso Apple Cream Cheese Danish
A delightful pastry that combines buttery puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling, tender apple slices, and a hint of espresso, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Pastry Base
- 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed if frozen
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Apple Mixture
- 2 apples Peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Egg Wash
- 1 egg Beaten for egg wash
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and ensure cream cheese is at room temperature.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the rolled-out pastry into rectangles, ensuring ample filling space.
Filling Preparation
- Combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, espresso powder, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with cinnamon and sugar.
Assembly
- Place a spoonful of cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry rectangle.
- Arrange apple slices on top and fold corners of pastry over filling.
- Apply egg wash to the outside of each pastry.
Baking
- Transfer pastries to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Can be customized with other fruits or flavors. For a vegan version, use plant-based cream cheese and a vegan egg wash. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.