Crescent Cheese Danishes: A Delicious Treat
Are you looking for a delectable treat that’s both simple to make and utterly delightful to eat? Look no further than Crescent Cheese Danishes! These scrumptious pastries are flaky, creamy, and bursting with flavor, making them the perfect addition to any breakfast table or sweet snack time. Did you know that crescent rolls were first invented in Austria as a tribute to the victory over the Ottoman Empire? While they may have originated far from your kitchen, today they’re just a can-opening away! With minimal effort required, you’ll have a fresh batch ready in no time, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 tubes crescent rolls
- 2 tablespoons butter fully melted
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Fill the rolls: Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll them up: Carefully roll up the dough around the cheese mixture from the wide end to the pointed tip.
- Arrange on the baking sheet: Place the rolled danishes on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are spaced apart.
- Brush with butter: Brush the tops with the melted butter for added flavor.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly: Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving