Pumpkin Spice Danish
Indulge in the warm flavors of autumn with this Pumpkin Spice Danish, a delightful pastry that brings together a flaky puff pastry and a rich, creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat alongside your favorite coffee or tea, each bite is a celebration of seasonal flavors, making it an ideal addition to festive gatherings or cozy mornings at home. Easy to make and visually appealing, the golden pastry topped with a sweet glaze will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin purée, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut into six rectangles. Lightly score a border around each rectangle.
- Spoon filling into the center of each rectangle and brush edges with egg wash.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm pastries before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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