If you're a fan of Starbucks, you've probably enjoyed their yummy cheese danish at least once. Starbucks Cheese Danish Recipe is a popular pastry that is a delicious combination of flaky puff pastry and a creamy, tangy filling that melts in your mouth. This is one of my favorite breakfast recipes!
But what if you could recreate this coffeehouse favorite at home? Making the Starbucks cheese danish yourself not only saves money but also allows you to enjoy it fresh from the oven. Plus, it's surprisingly simple and quick, perfect for busy parents and home bakers!
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Cheese Danish Starbucks
The popularity of the Starbucks cheese danish comes from its perfect blend of textures and flavors. The contrast between the crisp, buttery pastry and the smooth, slightly sweet cream cheese filling makes this the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee.
Making it at home allows you to tweak the recipe to suit your taste and dietary preferences, whether that means adding a touch more lemon zest or using a low-fat cream cheese.
Recipes Made With Cream Cheese
Cream cheese is one of the stars of your kitchen, turning basic ingredients into something amazing. Whether you're into savory or sweet, its creamy goodness and hint of tanginess can jazz up so many recipes. Here are some of my favorite ways to use cream cheese:
- Apple Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Braid
- Cream Cheese Cookie Recipe
- Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
- Oreo No Bake Cheesecake
Ingredients For Starbucks Cheese Danish Recipe
- Puff Pastry: This recipe uses thawed frozen puff pastry, which forms the flaky, buttery base of the danish.
- Cream Cheese: An 8-oz block of cream cheese gives the danish its creamy, tangy filling. Make sure it's at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Lemon Zest: A teaspoon of lemon zest adds a fresh citrus flavor.
- Salt: Just a smidge to enhance the flavors.
- Egg: Used for the egg wash, it gives the pastry a beautiful golden color when baked.
- Granulated Sugar: A quarter cup sweetens the cream cheese filling without overpowering it.
Cheese Danish Recipe
Start by preheating your oven and while it's heating up, whip up the filling by mixing together some cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until it's smooth and creamy.
Next, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a floured surface to remove any creases and make them easier to work with. Layer the sheets by brushing one with egg wash and placing the second sheet on top, pressing gently to seal them together.
Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the layered pastry into rectangles. With a fork, poke holes down the center of each rectangle to prevent them from puffing up too much.
Brush the tops with a bit more egg wash, then pipe a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each puff pastry rectangle.
Place them on a cookie sheet. Bake until the edges are golden brown and the flaky pastry is fully cooked, around 18-20 minutes.
Tips for Starbucks Copycat Danish
Tip 1: Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before you use it. This makes it easier to roll out and work with and prevents cracks and tears.
Tip 2: Use room-temperature cream cheese for the filling. This helps it blend smoothly with the other ingredients, resulting in a creamy, lump-free filling.
Tip 3: If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with a small corner cut off. This works just as well for distributing the filling evenly.
FAQs For Starbucks Copycat Danish
Yes, you can substitute regular cream cheese with low-fat cream cheese. While the texture may be slightly different, it will still produce a delicious result. Low-fat cream cheese tends to be less creamy and may create a firmer filling, but it has a similar flavor.
To store leftover danishes, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. You can also store them in the refrigerator for up to five days.
For even longer storage, you can freeze danishes; just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. When ready to enjoy, defrost them at room temperature or reheat them in a low oven to restore their texture.
How To Add Fruit Filling To Cheese Danish
You can easily add fruit to the filling of these danishes. All you have to do is incorporate a spoonful of fruit preserves such as raspberry, blueberry, or apricot on top of the cream cheese filling before baking.
Adding fruit filling provides a sweet fruity twist and complements the creamy texture of the filling. You can also use fresh fruit pieces! Feel free to experiment with your favorite fruits to create a customized and delicious treat!
Easy Danish Recipes
If you're craving something sweet, why not try making some delicious danish pastries at home? They may look complicated, but, they're super easy to make! All you need is some buttery puff pastry dough or crescent rolls and your choice of filling.
You can use a fruit jam or even a chocolate spread. These easy Danish recipes are sure to impress your taste buds!
- Berry Danish Braid
- Apple Danish With Puff Pastry
- Lemon and Blueberry Danish Recipe
- Crescent Roll Cream Cheese Danishes
Supplies For Cheese Danish
You'll need a few essential kitchen tools to make this Starbucks cheese danish recipe. A whisk will help to blend the cream cheese filling and a rolling pin is helpful for rolling out the puff pastry. A pizza cutter or a sharp knife will come in handy for cutting the pastry into rectangles.
Use a piping bag (or a zip-top bag) to fill the pastry with the cream cheese mixture. Remember to have some parchment paper on hand for easy clean-up. Find all these tools on Amazon, and you will be making homemade danish in no time!
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Making copycat Starbucks cheese danish at home is not only rewarding but also very easy. With just a few ingredients and some basic kitchen tools, you can enjoy a bakery-quality treat right from your own oven.
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Starbucks Cheese Danish Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry thawed
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest, and salt using a whisk.
- Lay both sheets of thawed puff pastry on a floured work surface and roll them out slightly.
- Brush egg wash over the top of the first layer.
- Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the first one and gently press.
- Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the puff pastry into 8 small rectangles.Use a fork to poke holes down the center of each rectangle.
- Brush egg wash over the top of each rectangle.
- Fill a piping bag with the cream cheese mixture and pipe it evenly onto each rectangle.
- Bake the cheese danishes for 18-20 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you use it. This little trick helps it mix perfectly with the other ingredients, giving you a super smooth and creamy filling without any lumps.
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No piping bag? No problem! Just grab a ziplock bag and snip off a small corner. It works like a charm for spreading the filling evenly.
Paula says
This copycat danish was so tasty! Loved it and was surprised at how simple it is to make!
Vicky says
Thrilled you enjoyed this easy danish recipe!
DK says
Yes! My family and I love these Cheese Danishes! I doubled the sugar because we like them sweet and it turned out perfectly!
Vicky says
Love that idea! I will have to try that next time.
Beth says
I made these yesterday, and they're so much better than Starbucks. I've got these in my regular rotation now.
Vicky says
Thank you! They are a lot cheaper to make at home too!
Ann says
I love cheese danishes and even better when they are homemade. Thanks!
Vicky says
This is the easiest cheese danish recipe you'll find!
Mahy says
This danish is amazing! Fantastic recipe to keep handy at all times.
Vicky says
I agree! The danish is so easy to make thanks to the puff pastry!