Hey moms! Want to make a dessert that’s both impressive and easy to whip up? This Easy Giant Cream Cheese Danish is perfect for you. It’s flaky, creamy, and can be customized with your favorite pie filling. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this danish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls (8 oz each)
- 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 can pie filling, any flavor (e.g., peach, apple, cherry)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Coat a jelly roll pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare Base Layer: Unroll dough from 1 can and press it into the bottom of the pan, sealing the perforations. Bake for 4 minutes.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: While the dough is baking, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble Danish: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the partially baked dough. Spoon the pie filling over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with Dough: Unroll the remaining dough, separate into triangles, and place them on top of the pie filling. The triangles can overlap slightly but don’t need to cover the filling completely.
- Bake: Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cream cheese mixture is set.
- Cool and Serve: Let the danish cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Conclusion and Tips
This Easy Giant Cream Cheese Danish is a versatile and delicious dessert. For an extra touch, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk. Experiment with different pie fillings to find your favorite combination.
Have you tried this recipe? Share your tips and favorite variations in the comments below. What’s your go-to dessert for family gatherings?