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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish Recipe

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This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful fall-inspired pastry that combines flaky puff pastry with a creamy, sweet pumpkin and cream cheese filling, perfectly spiced with warm autumn flavors. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert, these danishes offer a harmonious blend of smooth pumpkin puree and rich cream cheese, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Filling

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  2. Prepare the puff pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly if needed to smooth creases. Cut the pastry into 4 equal squares.
  3. Fill the danish: Place a generous tablespoon of the pumpkin cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square. Fold the corners slightly towards the center, or leave open-faced if you prefer.
  4. Bake: Transfer the filled puff pastry squares onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
  5. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • You can add a drizzle of icing made from powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.
  • Use fresh or canned pumpkin puree, but avoid pumpkin pie filling as it is already sweetened and spiced.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese alternative.
  • Make sure the puff pastry is well thawed and cold for best puff results.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to regain flakiness.

Keywords: pumpkin danish, pumpkin cream cheese danish, fall pastries, puff pastry pumpkin dessert, easy pumpkin recipes

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