Lemon Raspberry Cream Cheese Danish Rolls
Delightful rolls filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, lemon, and fresh raspberries, perfect for brunch or a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of puff pastry
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into squares.
- Mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square. Add a few raspberries on top.
- Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to form a pocket.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for cream cheese. Serve warm for the best experience.