Leftover Cranberry Sauce Cheese Danish
Transform your leftover cranberry sauce into a delightful breakfast treat with this Leftover Cranberry Sauce Cheese Danish. These flaky pastries are an ideal blend of creamy and tart flavors, making them perfect for any occasion, from festive brunches to cozy family gatherings. In just a short time, you can impress your loved ones with these beautiful danishes that utilize what might otherwise go to waste. With their enticing aroma and delicious taste, they are bound to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup leftover cranberry sauce
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tbsp orange juice
- 1/2 tsp orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the puff pastry into 8 rectangles. Score borders and poke centers with a fork.
- Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon onto pastry rectangles.
- Top with cranberry sauce.
- Brush edges with egg wash and bake for about 16 minutes or until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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