Danish Cream Cheese Filling
Transform your homemade Danish pastries into bakery-quality delights with this luscious Danish Cream Cheese Filling recipe. Made with rich cream cheese, a touch of tangy lemon juice, and a hint of vanilla, this filling strikes the perfect balance between sweet and creamy. The addition of an egg yolk ensures the filling bakes up smooth and velvety, while a touch of flour helps it hold its shape. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile filling is perfect for adding a decadent layer to your favorite Danish dough, breakfast pastries, or even as a dip for fresh fruit. Easy to prepare and store, it’s a must-try component for elevating your homemade baked goods.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams Cream cheese
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 unit Egg yolk
Instructions
Place the cream cheese in a mixing bowl and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes on medium speed.
Add the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and flour to the bowl. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and the filling is smooth.
Add the egg yolk to the mixture and continue mixing on low speed until the yolk is fully incorporated.
Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.
Use the filling immediately in your Danish pastries, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days if not using right away.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.7 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 721 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*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.
