These puff pastry danishes are simple to make and you can flavor them with your favorite fillings. Theyre the perfect tea-time and brunch pastry!Print this recipe here: https://www.dimitrasdishes.com/easy-puff-pastry-danishes/Ingredients1 (17.3 oz) package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed2 egg yolks plus 2-3 tablespoons of milkFor the Filling:8 oz cream cheese, softened cup granulated sugar, optional1 teaspoon pure vanilla extractZest of 1 lemon or orangeJam or preservesFresh berriesFor the glaze:1 cup confectioners sugar teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon zest or orange zestInstructionsLine two baking trays with parchment paper.Remove the puff pastry sheets from the packaging and roll each sheet out on a lightly floured surface to a 10-12-inch square. Cut each square into 4 equal portions.Make the egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks with the milk and set aside.Make the filling:Combine the softened cream cheese, lemon zest, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Adding sugar is optional. Sweeten the cream cheese to suit your taste. Mix with a spatula until everything is incorporated and smooth.Place 1 tablespoon of the cheese filling onto the center of each puff pastry square and then a teaspoon or more of your favorite jam/preserves. Apricot is my favorite, but strawberry, blueberry, and raspberry pair well with the cheese filling.Fold the 2 opposite edges towards the center and brush the bottom corner with some egg wash (it will act like glue) and then pinch them together. Place the pastries on a tray.Brush the top and exposed puff pastry with the egg wash.Chill the pastries in the freezer for 20 minutes. This will help them stay flaky and puffy when theyre baked.Preheat the oven to 400 F, 200 C.Bake the pastries on the center rack of the oven for about 25 minutes or until golden and puffed.Make the glaze: Combine all of the glaze ingredients and whisk together until smooth. For a thinner glaze, add some more milk and for a thicker glaze, add more confectioners sugar.Once the pastries come out of the oven, allow them to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes and then drizzle the glaze on top. If the pastries open up in the oven, fill them with some fresh berries in the center. Serve warm and enjoy with some tea or coffee.NotesNotes: Mediterranean specialty food stores and restaurant supply stores sell puff pastry squares that usually measure 5 inches all around. These are perfect for this recipe and if you can find them, purchase these instead to save time.Also, instead of cream cheese, feel free to fill the pastries with frangipane or chocolate hazelnut spread.Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/dimitrasdishes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dimitras.dishes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/dimitrasdis0637/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DimitrasDishes Here are links to some of my favorite cooking tools. The links take you to Amazon where I'm proud to be an affiliate partner :) My cutting board: http://amzn.to/2e2p8ED Kitchen Aid Mixer: http://amzn.to/2dQXU0b Food Processor: http://amzn.to/2eXcvZd Microplane: http://amzn.to/2eL2vTo Madeleine Pan: http://amzn.to/2dQU1sm Cheesecake Pan: http://amzn.to/2eXaGeQ Vitamix Blender: http://amzn.to/2eXcvbH Nonstick pan: http://amzn.to/2eL804t Cast iron pan: http://amzn.to/2dQYfjs Pastry Bag: http://amzn.to/2e2v0xD Half sheet baking pans: http://amzn.to/2fcv7cD Thanks for watching! I'd love to see your recreations of these dishes so please share pics with me on social media :) Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and spread the word so that we can make the world more delicious!
