Cheese Danish Pie Crust Squares
Indulge in the perfect blend of creamy sweetness and buttery flakiness with these Cheese Danish Pie Crust Squares, an easy and irresistible twist on a classic pastry. Featuring golden layers of pie crust enveloping a luscious cream cheese filling enhanced with hints of vanilla and lemon, these treats are delightfully simple to prepare yet elegant enough for any occasion. A light drizzle of powdered sugar glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, while optional fresh berries or fruit jam elevate each bite with a pop of flavor. Ready in under 40 minutes, these Cheese Danish Pie Crust Squares are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dessert. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Pie crust (pre-made or homemade)
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp Milk
- Optional: Fresh berries or fruit jam
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out both sheets of pie crust onto a floured surface and cut each into 9 equal squares using a pizza cutter or knife.
In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
Place one square of pie crust onto the prepared baking sheet. Add a small dollop (about 1 tablespoon) of the cream cheese filling into the center. If desired, add a berry or a small teaspoon of fruit jam on top of the filling.
Cover the filling by placing another square of pie crust on top. Use a fork to press and seal the edges.
Repeat this process for all 9 pie crust squares until you have 9 sealed filled pockets. Use a knife to cut a small vent on the top of each square.
Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and flaky. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
While the squares cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Cheese Danish Pie Crust Squares. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.6 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.8 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2245 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 389.3 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 752 mg | 16% | |
*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.
