Low Sodium Cream Cheese Danish
Indulge in the delicate flakiness and creamy decadence of this Low Sodium Cream Cheese Danish—perfectly crafted for those who love sweet pastries but prefer a heart-healthy twist. This recipe swaps traditional cream cheese for a low-sodium alternative, delivering all the creamy richness without compromising your wellness goals. With a buttery homemade pastry dough and a luscious filling of cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and a hint of lemon, these danishes are golden-baked perfection. Finished with a light powdered sugar glaze, they make an irresistible breakfast treat or dessert. Effortless to prepare in under 90 minutes and yielding 12 servings, this recipe is ideal for sharing or savoring all week long. Whether you're hosting brunch or simply indulging in a self-care moment, these low-sodium delights are sure to become your new go-to pastry.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 8 ounces low-sodium cream cheese
- 0.33 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon skim milk
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the flour and 1 cup of cold, diced unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water into the mixture, stirring until the dough forms. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a separate bowl, combine the low-sodium cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth and set aside.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.
Cut the dough into 3x3-inch squares and place about a tablespoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each square.
Fold the corners of the dough squares over the filling to the center and press lightly to seal.
Place the pastries onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Whisk the egg with a tablespoon of water to make an egg wash, and gently brush the pastries with this mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Let the pastries cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled pastries.
Enjoy your Low Sodium Cream Cheese Danish as a light, tasty treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.0 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.7 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.9 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.1 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 638 mg | 14% | |
*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.
