Spécial occasion Tree Cream Cheese Danish
The Spécial occasion Tree Cream Cheese Danish is a stunning and delicious centerpiece for your holiday brunch. This festive pastry combines flaky crescent rolls with a creamy cream cheese filling and sweet cherry pie topping, making it not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy Spécial occasion mornings, this easy-to-make Danish will surely impress your guests while adding a touch of cheer to your celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 22 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 3/4 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons milk
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; set aside.
- Slice each can of crescent rolls into 11 equal pieces without separating them.
- Arrange the dough pieces in the shape of a Spécial occasion tree, reserving one piece for the trunk.
- Create indents in each dough circle using your thumb or a spoon, then fill with the cream cheese mixture and top with cherry pie filling.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 18-20 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool slightly.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk to create a glaze and drizzle over the cooled Danish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg