How do I craft a delicious peach and cream cheese danish pastry?

Juicy peaches and creamy cheese come together in our delicious danish pastry. It's a taste of summer that you won't be able to resist!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I craft a delicious peach and cream cheese danish pastry. Items include: Fresh peaches Sugar Lemon juice Cream cheese Egg yolk Vanilla extract Puff pastry Powdered sugar Beaten egg

Fresh peaches 2
Sugar 4 tablespoons
Lemon juice 1 tablespoon
Cream cheese 4 ounces
Egg yolk 1
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Puff pastry 1 sheet
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Beaten egg 1

Take note
Be careful not to overfill the danish pastries with the peach and cream cheese mixture, as it may cause them to burst during baking. Also, keep an eye on the pastries while they are in the oven, as baking times can vary depending on your oven.

1

Prepare the Peach Filling

Start by peeling and slicing 2 fresh and juicy peaches. In a bowl, combine the sliced peaches with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Mix well and set aside to macerate for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

2

Make the Cream Cheese Mixture

In another bowl, beat together 4 ounces of softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

3

Prepare the Pastry Dough

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out a sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, cut the pastry into square or rectangular shapes, approximately 4-5 inches in size.

4

Assemble the Pastries

Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square. Top the cream cheese with a spoonful of the macerated peach filling. Fold the edges of the pastry up and over the filling, creating a rustic-looking border.

5

Bake to Perfection

Transfer the assembled pastries onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the pastry edges with a beaten egg for a golden finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

6

Enjoy!

Allow the peach and cream cheese danish pastries to cool slightly before serving. Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired, and indulge in the delightful flavors of summer. These pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet little treat any time of the day.