Yum! Here’s a recipe for Cherry Danish Pastries that are soft, gooey, and full of flavor—perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Recipe Introduction
These cherry danishes are flaky, buttery, and topped with a sweet cherry filling and drizzle of icing. The dough is soft and melt-in-your-mouth, with a deliciously sweet cherry topping that is sure to become a new favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (for icing)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough:
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into individual triangles. Place the dough on the baking sheet, pressing the edges together to form a flat rectangular shape.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble the Pastries:
- Spoon a dollop of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each dough rectangle. Then, spoon a tablespoon or two of cherry pie filling on top of the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake the danishes in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.
- Make the Icing:
- While the danishes are baking, mix the 1/4 cup milk and 1/2 cup powdered sugar to create a smooth icing.
- Drizzle with Icing:
- Once the danishes are done, allow them to cool slightly before drizzling the icing over the top.
- Serve:
- Serve these danishes warm and enjoy the soft, sweet goodness!
These cherry danishes are so easy to make and have the perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and flaky textures. Enjoy!