Name: Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 (8-ounce) cans of refrigerated crescent roll dough; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional); 1 egg yolk; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (to help thicken the filling); 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze); 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)

Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish

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This Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish is a delightful and flaky treat, perfect for mornings when you want a quick yet indulgent pastry. Made with creamy sweetened cream cheese filling and buttery crescent roll dough, it’s an effortless way to bring bakery-style goodness to your table.

Author: ksuur
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Breakfast, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 (8-ounce) cans of refrigerated crescent roll dough
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (to help thicken the filling)
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the Dough: Open the crescent roll cans and roll out the dough. Press the perforated edges together to seal them into two large rectangles.
Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), egg yolk, and flour until smooth and creamy.
Assemble Danish: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over one rectangle of dough, leaving a small border. Place the second rectangle of dough on top and press edges to seal. Cut into 8 rectangles or squares.
Bake: Transfer the assembled Danish pieces to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
Finish: Let the Danish cool slightly before drizzling with glaze. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can add a fruit filling, like raspberry or blueberry jam, before topping with the second layer of dough for a fruity variation.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.

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