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Cloverhill Cheese Danish
This buttery, flaky, vanilla-scented cloverhill cheese danish is so delicious that Beth hasn’t stopped raving about it since I made it. It’s one of my favorite recipes because it’s easy to prepare, ready in under 30 minutes, and incredibly budget-friendly. Plus, I’ll show you how to make this simple cheese Danish at home for a third of the price you’d pay at a fancy bakery.
What Is Cloverhill Cheese Danish?
cloverhill cheese danish is a classic breakfast treat made with flaky puff pastry and a lightly flavored cream cheese filling. This easy Cheese Danish is perfect for brunch or a quick dessert, and it’s sure to earn compliments at any potluck or work party. (Pro Tip: Whip up a batch when a loved one has a bad day and get ready to collect all the hugs.
What You Need To Make Cloverhill Cheese Danish
This is a tried-and-true recipe that I always come back to, which is why I make sure to keep the necessary ingredients on hand. When it comes to desserts, I believe it’s always better to be prepared! Once you try this Cheese Danish, you’ll understand why I’m so keen on keeping these ingredients stocked. Here’s what you’ll need to make this simple recipe:
–Puff Pastry : this buttery dough forms the base of flaky Cheese Danish. Find it in the frozen aisle section of most grocery stores. If you don’t have puff pastry, I don’t recommend making this recipe.
–Cream Cheese : forms the filling of Cheese Danish. It must be at room temperature for you to mix it easily with other ingredients. In a pinch, leave it in its airtight foil wrapper and place it in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes to raise its temperature quickly straight from the fridge. If you don’t have cream cheese, I don’t recommend making this recipe.
–Powdered Sugar : sweetens the filling and the icing. If you don’t have powdered sugar, use 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and mix it into the cream cheese until completely dissolved. You will need to skip the powdered sugar icing. Instead, thin out 2 tablespoons of your favorite jam with 1 teaspoon water and spoon over the pastry.
–Vanilla : helps to flavor and lightly scent the cream cheese filling and the icing. If you don’t have vanilla, use 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon or 1/4 teaspoon of lemon zest for the filling. You can omit the vanilla from the icing and substitute it with 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
–Egg : You will use the egg yolk to help bind and add color and a velvety texture to the filling. You will use the egg white to brush on the puff pastry to seal it and add a golden sheen.
–Milk : creates a velvety icing and helps thin it.
How To Store Cloverhill Cheese Danish
To preserve freshness, allow the cloverhill cheese danish to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. Use wax or parchment paper to separate layers and cover the top surface. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to seven days or in the freezer for up to two months. When you’re ready to serve, simply thaw it in the refrigerator or reheat it in a 350°F oven for approximately 5 minutes, until warmed through.
Tips to make The Best Cloverhill Cheese Danish
Thaw puff pastry slowly in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to prevent cracking when cutting. Avoid thawing at room temperature, as the butter may melt and ruin the flaky texture.
Add a burst of flavor to your filling by incorporating a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest.
Ensure your oven is at the correct temperature using an oven thermometer.
To achieve even baking, rotate the baking sheet from front to back halfway through cooking.
For an extra layer of flavor and a smooth icing finish, mix a tablespoon of melted butter into the icing.
Additional Icing Tips:
Allow your Cheese Danish to cool completely before adding the icing to prevent it from melting into the pastry.
For a decorative, layered icing effect, use a fork to drizzle the icing instead of a spoon, which can create pools of icing.
Equipment
Wire Cooling Racks
Baking Sheet
Hand Mixer
Mixing Bowls
How to Make Cloverhill Cheese Danish – Step by Step
1-Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place your oven’s rack in the center and preheat it to 400°F. Mix 8 ounces of cream cheese, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 egg yolk, and 1 pinch of salt until smooth and light in texture.
2-Unfold 1 sheet of puff pastry, dust off excess flour, and place it on the baking sheet. Then, cut down the seams of the folds so you have three equal-sized strips. Cut the strips into halves. Do not pull your knife through the dough, as it will make it lose its shape. Just press down.
3-Use a fork to perforate around the sides of each puff pastry rectangle, leaving a half-inch border. This prevents the puff pastry from rising in the middle.
4-Add two heaping tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture to each square. Then, spread the mixture evenly, making sure to leave the borders clean.
5-Beat 1 egg white until frothy. Then, dip a pastry brush (in a pinch, just use your finger) into the beaten egg white and trace lightly along the borders. This will give the puff pastry a glossy finish and golden color.
6-Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes, then rotate the baking sheet, front to back. Continue to bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the borders of the puff pastry have risen and are golden brown. Next, use a spatula to remove the pastries from the sheet pan and cool on a rack.
7-Then, in a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla, and 2 tablespoons milk. Finally, drizzle over cooled Cheese Danish.
8-It’s optional, but I love to drizzle the Cloverhill Cheese Danish with 2 tablespoons of strawberry jam thinned with 1 teaspoon of water. Now all you have left to do is chow down and collect compliments!
Cloverhill Cheese Danish
Description
Indulge in the simplicity and satisfaction of this delectable Cheese Danish recipe, made with flaky, buttery goodness and a budget-friendly twist. With its surprisingly quick preparation time, you can have this delightful treat on your table in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect solution for a busy day or impromptu gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place your oven's rack in the center and preheat it to 400°F. Mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, egg yolk, and salt until smooth and light in texture.
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Unfold the sheet of puff pastry, dust off excess flour, and place it on the baking sheet. Cut down the seams of the folds so you have three equal-sized strips. Cut the strips into halves.
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Use a fork to perforate around the sides of each puff pastry rectangle, leaving a half-inch border. This prevents the puff pastry from rising in the middle.
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Add 2 heaping tablespoons of your cream cheese mixture to each square. Spread evenly, making sure to leave the borders clean.
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Beat the egg white until frothy. Dip a pastry brush into the beaten egg white and trace lightly along the borders. This will give the puff pastry a glossy finish and golden color.
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Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes then rotate the baking sheet, front to back. Continue to bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the borders of the puff pastry have risen and are golden brown. Use a spatula to remove the pastries from the sheet pan and cool on a rack.
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In a separate bowl, mix the powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Finally, drizzle over cooled Cheese Danish and watch your loved ones gobble them down! Optional: drizzle with 2 tablespoons of strawberry jam thinned with 1 teaspoon of water.
