Quick Drop Danish Rolls
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with these irresistibly easy and delicious Quick Drop Danish Rolls! With just 15 minutes of prep time and a no-fuss drop dough, these golden, buttery treats are perfect for both beginner bakers and seasoned pros. Featuring a tender, flaky base topped with velvety cream cheese and your favorite fruit preserves, these rolls deliver classic Danish pastry flavors without the hassle of rolling or layering dough. A quick egg wash ensures a beautifully golden finish, while the combination of sweet and tangy toppings makes every bite heavenly. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing snack, dessert, or breakfast delight that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for holidays, tea parties, or an indulgent morning at home, these Quick Drop Danish Rolls are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups favorite jam or fruit preserves
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until a soft, sticky dough forms.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop 8 evenly sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 2 inches of space between each roll.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth.
Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to slightly flatten each mound of dough and create a small indentation in the center.
Add a teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into the indentation, then top with a small dollop of jam or fruit preserves.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the sides of each roll with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the rolls are cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your Quick Drop Danish Rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.1 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.2 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 606 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 2232 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 279.9 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.8 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 427 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*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.
