Starbucks Cheese Danish Copycat Recipe

Introduction

This Starbucks Cheese Danish copycat recipe lets you enjoy a bakery-style treat right at home. With flaky puff pastry and a creamy sweet cheese filling, it’s perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 2 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp water

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Step 2: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a flat surface and cut it into 6 equally sized squares or rectangles. Arrange them spaced out on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer to a piping bag and cut the tip about 2 cm wide.
4. Step 4: Pipe a line of the cream cheese mixture down the center of each puff pastry piece, leaving approximately half an inch border on all sides free of filling to allow puffing and sealing.
5. Step 5: Whisk the egg with water in a small bowl to create the egg wash. Using a pastry brush, carefully brush the edges of each puff pastry piece to give a golden, shiny finish once baked.
6. Step 6: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 16 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
7. Step 7: Remove the danishes from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool slightly before serving for best texture and taste.

Tips & Variations

• For a sweeter filling, add a teaspoon of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey to the cream cheese mixture.
• Try mixing in lemon zest with the filling for a fresh citrus twist.
• If puff pastry is frozen, thaw it completely in the refrigerator before working to prevent cracking.
• Use an egg substitute or milk for brushing edges if you prefer not to use egg wash.

Storage

Store leftover cheese danishes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness. Avoid microwaving to keep the pastry flaky.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the danishes and refrigerate them for up to 4 hours before baking. Just brush with egg wash and bake when ready.

What if I don’t have a piping bag?

You can spoon the cream cheese mixture onto the pastry squares or use a resealable plastic bag with a small corner cut off to pipe the filling.

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This Starbucks Cheese Danish Copycat recipe recreates the beloved flaky puff pastry filled with a smooth, sweet cream cheese filling, perfect for a delightful homemade breakfast or snack. Featuring a buttery puff pastry base and a creamy filling infused with vanilla, these danishes bake up golden and irresistibly delicious.

• Author: Sana
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 16 minutes
• Total Time: 31 minutes
• Yield: 6 Cheese Danishes 1x
• Category: Breakfast Pastry
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry

Cream Cheese Filling

• 4 oz cream cheese
• 2 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt

Egg Wash

• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp water

Instructions

1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Cut puff pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a flat surface and cut it into 6 equally sized squares or rectangles. Arrange them spaced out on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Prepare cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer this mixture to a piping bag and cut the tip about 2 cm wide.
4. Pipe filling on pastry: Pipe a line of cream cheese mixture down the center of each puff pastry piece, leaving approximately half an inch border on all sides free of filling. This space allows the pastry to puff and seal properly during baking.
5. Apply egg wash: Whisk the egg with water in a small bowl to create an egg wash. Using a pastry brush, carefully brush the edges of each puff pastry piece to give a golden, shiny finish once baked.
6. Bake until golden: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 16 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
7. Cool and serve: Remove the danishes from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the best texture and flavor.

Notes

• Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling and cutting for best results.
• Use room temperature cream cheese to make mixing easier and smoother filling consistency.
• Be careful not to overfill the pastry squares to prevent leaking during baking.
• The egg wash not only adds color but helps seal the pastry edges.
• Serve warm or at room temperature for best enjoyment.

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