Description
A golden, buttery pastry filled with creamy, tangy cream cheese and topped with a sweet glaze—perfect for brunch or a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Lightly flour your surface and roll the thawed puff pastry into a 10×12-inch rectangle.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture down the center of the pastry, leaving about 2 inches of space on each side.
- Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, make diagonal cuts along the edges of the pastry, about 1 inch apart on both sides.
- Fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides, to create a braided look.
- Brush the top of the braid with a lightly beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Place the braid in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Let the braid cool slightly. Whisk powdered sugar with milk, then drizzle over the braid.
Notes
[‘Chill your tools for easier handling of puff pastry.’, ‘Avoid overfilling the pastry to prevent leaks.’, ‘Customize with fruit preserves, fresh berries, or chopped nuts.’, ‘Tent with aluminum foil if the pastry starts browning too quickly.’]
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Danish, Cream Cheese, Brunch, Pastry, Easy Recipe