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Christmas Tree Cream Cheese Danish

Christmas Tree Cream Cheese Danish

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  • Author: Autumn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

If you’re searching for a festive and delightful breakfast treat this holiday season, the Christmas Tree Cream Cheese Danish is a must-try! This charming pastry blends flaky crescent rolls with a rich cream cheese filling and sweet cherry topping, creating an eye-catching centerpiece perfect for Christmas morning or any brunch gathering. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it also brings joy and togetherness as family and friends dig into this interactive dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons milk

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Open crescent roll packages without separating them; slice each roll into 11 equal pieces.
  3. Arrange dough circles in a tree shape on a baking sheet.
  4. Indent each circle with your thumb or spoon to create wells.
  5. Fill each well with cream cheese mixture and top with cherry pie filling.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Mix powdered sugar and milk to create glaze; drizzle over cooled Danish.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Danish (80g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg