Espresso Apple Cream Cheese Danish
A sweet and creamy pastry with apple and espresso flavors.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
Pastry
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large apple, thinly sliced
Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon brewed espresso or strong coffee
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Topping
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- powdered sugar and milk for glaze optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 6 equal rectangles and place on the baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, espresso, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture onto each pastry rectangle. Top with sliced apples.
- Brush the edges of the pastries with beaten egg.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Optional: Mix powdered sugar and milk to make a glaze and drizzle over the pastries.
Notes
These pastries are best served warm.