Ingredients and Weight:
- Plain puff pastry sheets - 2 sheets (1 package)
- Cream cheese - 500 grams (1 pound)
- Butter - 50 grams (4 tablespoons)
- Powdered sugar - 1 cup
- Egg - 1 large
- Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - ½ teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to remove any wrinkles.
- Cut the pastry into desired shapes or circles using a cookie cutter.
- Place the pastry shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture onto the pastry circles, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the cream cheese filling is set.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic Danish pastry with a creamy cheese filling and a crispy puff pastry exterior.
- Ideal for breakfast or as a snack, with a sweet and savory combination.
- Easy to make at home with readily available ingredients.
User Comments:
- "This was so easy to make and tasted amazing! The cream cheese filling was so creamy and the pastry was crispy."
- "A great dish for a special breakfast or as a treat. My family loved it!"
- "The puff pastry was a bit challenging to roll out, but the rest of the recipe was easy to follow and tasted great."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to roll out the puff pastry thinly to ensure a crispy result.
- Be careful not to overfill the pastry circles with cream cheese mixture to prevent leakage during baking.
- This dish is best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days before serving.
