Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish Recipe
This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish Recipe is perfect for cozy mornings or fall gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash
For the Pumpkin Filling:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Prepare Pastry
- Unfold puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 8 rectangles of equal size.
Make Pumpkin Filling
- In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
Make Cream Cheese Filling
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Assemble Danish
- Place a spoonful of pumpkin filling in the center of each rectangle. Top with a small amount of cream cheese filling.
Fold Pastry
- Fold corners or edges over the filling, leaving a small opening in the center for a rustic look. Press lightly.
Brush with Egg Wash
- Brush the top of each Danish with beaten egg. This gives a golden, shiny finish.
- Bake Danish
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Prepare Glaze
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
Drizzle Glaze
- Once Danish is slightly cooled, drizzle glaze over the top using a spoon or small piping bag.
Cool Slightly
- Allow Danish to cool for 10 minutes on a baking sheet. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Enjoy
- Enjoy this warm, flaky Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish with coffee or tea for a cozy treat.
Notes
- Use store-bought puff pastry for convenience; homemade dough works too.
- Chill pastry slightly before baking for more even puffing.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts on top for crunch.
- Substitute pumpkin filling with apple or pear puree for a different flavor.
- Make mini Danish for individual servings, perfect for parties.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking for extra sweetness.
- Drizzle chocolate instead of glaze for a decadent variation.