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crescent roll cream cheese danish

The Best Crescent Roll Cream Cheese Danish You'll Ever Make

This crescent roll cream cheese danish is a delightful treat with a flaky exterior and rich filling, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 danishes
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 1 tube Crescent Roll Dough Pre-made dough

For the Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract works as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Optional

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Whisk with milk for glaze

Instructions
 

How to Make Crescent Roll Cream Cheese Danishes

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into four rectangles, making sure to seal the perforations.
  • Blend together cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and optional lemon juice in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Place a tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each dough rectangle, folding the edges as you desire.
  • Arrange the danishes on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  • Whisk powdered sugar with a bit of milk to create a smooth glaze, then drizzle it over the slightly cooled danishes.

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with a few fresh berries for added flavor. Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy blending.
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