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Deliciously Flaky Cheese Danish Recipe for Perfect Mornings

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Delight in the warm, flaky goodness of homemade cheese Danish pastries that make every morning feel special. This Deliciously Flaky Cheese Danish Recipe for Perfect Mornings combines a buttery pastry with a rich cream cheese filling, enhanced by the refreshing zest of lemon. Ideal for breakfast or brunch, these pastries are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Easy to prepare and highly customizable with your favorite toppings, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served alongside fresh berries or a hot cup of coffee, these Danishes are the perfect way to brighten your day.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp cold unsalted butter for laminating
  • 7 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for filling
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • For glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 1–2 tbsp milk or lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit until foamy. Add egg and yeast mixture to dry ingredients; knead until smooth and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare a butter block by pounding cold butter between parchment sheets into an 8-inch square; chill until firm.
  3. Roll dough into a square, place butter in the center, fold corners to seal, then roll into a rectangle. Fold into thirds like a letter, chilling between folds. Repeat twice.
  4. Roll dough to about 1/4-inch thickness, cut into squares, add cream cheese filling in the center, shape as desired.
  5. Proof on baking sheets for an hour; preheat oven to 390°F (200°C). Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool completely before glazing with powdered sugar mixed with milk or lemon juice.

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