– For the Dough:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– 1/2 cup cream cheese, cold and cubed
– 1/4 cup cold milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– For the Filling:
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
– 1 egg yolk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
– For the Glaze:
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1 tablespoon milk
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Making Homemade Cheese Danish is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter and cream cheese using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine cold milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
3. Chill the Dough: Form the dough into a disc and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice; mix until well combined.
5. Roll the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
6. Cut the Dough: Cut the dough into squares, about 4 inches on each side.
7. Fill the Danish: Place about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square.
8. Fold the Corners: Fold the corners of the dough squares toward the center over the filling, pinching to seal.
9. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the Danish.
10. Bake: Arrange the folded Danish on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
11. Cool and Glaze: Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over the slightly warm Danish.
These steps will guide you in creating incredible Homemade Cheese Danish that your family will love!