If you’re looking for a show-stopping yet easy-to-make breakfast or dessert, this Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Danish made with puff pastry is the perfect choice. With its flaky layers, creamy filling, and juicy berries, it’s a treat that looks as good as it tastes.
Published May 6 2022
Modified January 1, 2025
Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Flaky & Buttery Pastry – The puff pastry bakes up golden and crisp, creating the perfect base for the creamy filling.
- Sweet & Tangy Cream Cheese Filling – The combination of rich cream cheese and fresh berries gives each bite a delicious contrast of flavors.
- Easy to Make – Using store-bought puff pastry keeps this recipe simple while still feeling fancy.
- Perfect for Any Occasion – Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, and it looks as good as it tastes!
Ingredients for the Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Danish
- Puff Pastry: Provides a flaky, buttery base and structure.
- Cream Cheese (softened): Creates a creamy, tangy filling that balances the sweetness.
- Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the cream cheese filling and enhances the flavor.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds a warm, aromatic depth to the filling.
- Almond Extract: Offers a nutty, fragrant complement to the fruit and cheese.
- Egg: Adds richness and structure to the cream cheese filling.
- Blackberries: Deliver a tart, juicy burst of natural flavor.
- Raspberries: Contribute a bright, tangy sweetness that pairs well with the other elements.
- Raspberry Jam: Intensifies the fruit flavor and acts as a glossy glaze.
- Coarse Sugar: Sprinkled on top for added crunch and a touch of extra sweetness.
- Half & Half Used to brush the pastry to help coarse sugar stick.
Instructions for the cream cheese danish:
Prepare the Puff Pastry:
Thaw the puff pastry sheet according to the package instructions. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Make the Filling:
In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and egg until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the cream cheese danish
Score the Pastry: Using a sharp knife, lightly score a 1-inch border around the edges of the puff pastry. Be careful not to cut all the way through. This will allow the edges to puff up while baking. Spread the cream cheese filling onto the puff pastry.
Add the berries & jam and fold over the pastry strips
Add three raspberries and two blackberries from one end of the filling to the end. Add the jam to a bowl, and warm for 20 seconds in the microwave, to thin. Drizzle ove the top of the berries. Starting on the bottom fold the strips over the berries using an upwards motion until finished.
Brush with Half and Half & Sprinkle with Sugar & Chill
Brush the edges of the puff pastry lightly with water and sprinkle coarse sugar over the brushed areas. Place the pastry into the freezer to cool for 10 minutes
Bake & Serve:
Place the assembled danishes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Let the danishes cool slightly before serving. They’re best enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
How to Store It:
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Wrap individually and freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven at 325°F for a crisp texture.
Tips for Success:
- Use Cold Puff Pastry: Keep the dough chilled before baking for the best flakiness.
- Don’t Overfill: Too much filling can cause the danish to leak while baking.
- Brush with Egg Wash: This gives the pastry a beautiful golden color.
- Let It Cool Slightly: The filling sets up a bit more as it cools, making it easier to eat.
This Mixed Berry Cream Cheese Danish is the ultimate treat for brunch gatherings, holiday mornings, or a sweet indulgence with your afternoon coffee. It’s easy, versatile, and oh-so-delicious. Give it a try and let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- parchment
- mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Hand Mixer
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
For the Danish
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 10 blackberries blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries, or blackberries
- 15 raspberries
- 1 tbsp half and half
- 1 tbsp course sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unfold the puff pastry sheet and place it on the prepared baking sheet.1 sheet puff pastry
- Score the Pastry: Using a sharp knife, lightly score a 1-inch border around the edges of the puff pastry. Be careful not to cut all the way through. This will allow the edges to puff up while baking.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla & almond extract until smooth.4 oz cream cheese, 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Assemble the Danish: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly within the scored border of the puff pastry. Arrange the mixed berries on top of the cream cheese filling.
- Egg Wash: Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to give it a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, half and half, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Danish. Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition
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