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Leftover cranberry sauce cheese danish

Leftover Cranberry Sauce Cheese Danish

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Transform your holiday leftovers into a delightful treat with this Leftover Cranberry Sauce Cheese Danish. This recipe elegantly combines a creamy cheese filling with tart cranberry sauce, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these danishes are sure to impress family and friends while minimizing food waste. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up these delicious pastries in no time. Enjoy them warm with a drizzle of orange glaze or alongside fresh fruit for a refreshing contrast. This easy recipe is an ideal way to celebrate the flavors of the season!

  • Total Time: 31 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup leftover cranberry sauce
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 1/2 tbsp orange juice (for glaze)
  • 1/2 tsp orange zest (optional for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice puff pastry into 8 rectangles and score edges with a knife; poke center with a fork.
  3. Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; place spoonfuls onto pastry squares.
  4. Top with cranberry sauce; brush edges with beaten egg wash.
  5. Bake for about 16 minutes until golden brown.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg