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Apricot Danish

Apricot Danishes

Apricot Danishes are a delightful pastry that perfectly blends the sweetness of fresh apricots with a creamy filling, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Ideal for breakfast or dessert, these elegant treats are sure to impress at any gathering or serve as a sweet indulgence during your day. With their buttery layers and vibrant flavors, they offer a refreshing twist on traditional Danish pastries. Easy to make and highly customizable, you can use fresh or canned apricots and experiment with different fruits or spices to make them uniquely yours.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 9 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (8.8 oz)
  • 2 fresh apricots (or 6 oz frozen/canned)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 3/4 oz powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Flour (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Prepare apricots by halving, pitting, and cubing them.
  3. Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Roll out puff pastry into a square and cut into 9 squares.
  5. Place a dollop of cream cheese mixture in the center of each square, top with apricot pieces, fold corners over to seal.
  6. Chill pastries for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  7. Brush with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 195
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Keep ingredients cold for optimal flakiness. Adjust sweetness based on the tartness of the fruit. Allow pastries to chill to maintain shape.