Cheese Danish Bread
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of flaky pastry and soft bread with this irresistible Cheese Danish Bread. This stunning recipe combines the pillowy softness of homemade yeast bread with a luscious cream cheese filling, infused with hints of vanilla and a tangy touch of lemon. The braided design not only adds visual appeal but also ensures perfect bites of creamy sweetness in every slice. Topped with a light vanilla glaze, this loaf is perfect for brunch, dessert, or any occasion that calls for a show-stopping centerpiece. Easy to prepare yet bakery-worthy, this Cheese Danish Bread is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 piece Egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon Milk (for glaze)
- 0.25 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the milk until it is lukewarm (about 110°F/45°C). Stir in the melted butter and whisk in the eggs.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the cheese filling. In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth. Set aside.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 10x16-inch rectangle.
Spread the cheese filling evenly down the center third of the rectangle, leaving the sides clear for folding.
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut 1-inch wide slits diagonally down both sides of the dough, creating strips.
Fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides to form a braided pattern.
Transfer the braided dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover lightly with a kitchen towel and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Make the egg wash by whisking the egg with the water, and gently brush it over the risen loaf.
Bake the Cheese Danish Bread for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cool slightly.
Prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 299 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
