Description
Surrender in these delightfully creamy and irresistibly flaky Crescent Cheese Danishes. This quick and easy recipe melds rich cream cheese, a hint of citrusy freshness, and the comforting sweetness of vanilla beautifully nestled within buttery crescent roll dough. Do not forget the delicate vanilla glaze that clothes these Danishes. Every bite is like an orchestrated symphony.
Ingredients
2 packs of ready-made crescent roll dough
8 oz of room temperature cream cheese
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon of lemon juice
1/4 cup of light brown sugar
1/2 cup of white sugar, granulated
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Glaze:
1/2 cup of powdered sugar
4 teaspoons of milk
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
Let the baking fun begin! Preheat your oven to a toasty 350°F, because it’s about to get delicious in here!
Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. It’s the trusty sidekick that ensures your Danishes slide off the sheet like a dream!
Bring out the stars of the show – your tubes of crescent roll dough. No need to unroll, they’re perfect just the way they are.
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar. Mix until your ingredients are partying together in perfect harmony.
Slice it Nice. Using a sharp knife, carve your dough into 1/2” to 3/4” thick slices. Arrange these dough disks on your lined baking trays.
With gentle fingers, shape a cozy little nest on each slice. This will cradle your delicious filling.
Melted butter and light brown sugar join forces in a small bowl. Brush this golden concoction onto each slice for that extra flavor kick!
Filling Fiesta. Time to fill those nests! Spoon even amounts of your creamy filling onto each slice.
Let your creations bake in the oven for 15-17 minutes, until they’re blushing golden brown.
While the Danishes are baking, make your glaze by combining powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Stir until it’s smooth and drizzle-ready.
Once your Danishes are cooled a bit, have fun drizzling the glaze all over each one. There’s no such thing as too much glaze!
Jazz up your Danish with a fruit topping of your choice, or let it shine in its original glory. Either way, it’s ready to be savored and enjoyed. Happy baking!
Notes
Here’s how you can make gluten free crescent roll dough. You have two options. Make it yourself using gluten flour, like almond flour and coconut flour mixed together or buy ready made gluten free crescent roll dough if it’s available. Just make sure that any store bought options are certified gluten free to avoid any cross contamination.
When it comes to cream cheese most brands are gluten free. However some brands may include additives being processed in facilities that also handle wheat based products. To play it safe choose a brand that explicitly states its gluten free.
Vanilla extracts are usually free of gluten. Some might contain grain alcohol. Always double check the label to ensure there are no surprises.
Powdered sugar is typically gluten free. Certain brands may add starch-containing gluten to prevent caking. As always read the label carefully. Choose a certified gluten brand, for peace of mind.
Keep in mind that baking with gluten ingredients may result in a different texture compared to traditional baking methods. However rest assured that your final baked goods will still be delicious! Happy baking without the worry of gluten!
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 20 MINUTES
