Can I make these danishes ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the danishes ahead of time and keep them in the refrigerator until ready to bake. This is a great time-saver when hosting guests! Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

What's the best way to store leftovers?

Store leftover danishes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can reheat them in the oven for 5-10 minutes to restore their flakiness.

Can I make these danishes dairy-free?

Absolutely! You can substitute the cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives such as almond cream cheese or cashew cheese. Just ensure that the other ingredients you use are also dairy-free.

Can I freeze these cheese danishes?

Yes, once baked and cooled, you can freeze the danishes. Wrap each pastry in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe bag. When ready to eat, thaw and reheat in the oven.

What can I use instead of gluten-free puff pastry?

If you don't have gluten-free puff pastry, you can use gluten-free phyllo dough, or opt for a homemade gluten-free dough using almond flour or a gluten-free all-purpose flour mix.

Easy Gluten-Free Cheese Danish Recipe

Ingredients

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4 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 sheet Gluten-Free Puff Pastry (defrosted)
1 Large Egg (beaten for egg wash)
1 cup Powdered Sugar (for glaze)
1 tablespoon Milk (for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Unroll gluten-free puff pastry on a clean surface, cut into 6 equal rectangles.
Prick the centers of each pastry with a fork.
Spread the cream cheese filling in the center of each pastry.
Brush the edges with the egg wash.
Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool slightly and mix powdered sugar with milk for glaze.
Pipe glaze over danishes and serve.

Notes

Feel free to add lemon zest or fresh fruit on top before serving for extra flavor.

Author: Eleanor Quin
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Danish
Calories: 280
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg