Lemon Mascarpone Cheese Danish
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Servings
8
Cook In:
20 mins
Prep In:
15 min
Method:
Bake
Introduction
About Lemon Mascarpone Cheese Danish Recipe
By: Sous Chef Myka
This light and fluffy danish is filled with a lemon mascarpone cheese filling and topped with a lemon glaze. It’s the perfect breakfast or brunch treat!
- 1 Box Frozen Puff Pastry
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1 Egg
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1 Tsp Water
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4 Oz Cream Cheese
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4 Oz Mascarpone Cheese
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1 Egg Yolk
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3 Tbsp Powdered Sugar
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1 Tsp Lemon Juice
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1 Tsp Lemon Zest
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¼ Tsp Vanilla Extract
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¼ Tsp Salt
How to the make the lemon mascarpone cheese danish recipe
This lemon mascarpone cheese danish recipe is the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch spread. The danish dough is flaky and buttery, while the lemon mascarpone filling is rich and creamy. The cheese danish is then finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, giving it a beautiful snowy touch. If you’re looking for lemon dessert recipes, this lemon mascarpone cheese danish is a must-try!
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Thaw 1 box of frozen puff pastry as indicated on the package.
Step 2
Preheat oven to 400℉. Line 2 baking pans with parchment paper.
Step 3
In a small bowl, beat 1 egg with 1 teaspoon of water to create an egg wash. Set aside.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat together 4 ounces of cream cheese, 4 ounces of mascarpone cheese, 1 egg yolk, 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Step 5
Lay out the puff pastry and cut each sheet into 4 squares. Fold the corners over about 1”.
Step 6
Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each square.
Step 7
Brush the exposed puff pastry with the egg wash and bake for approximately 20 minutes until the dough is puffed and golden brown.
Step 8
When complete, remove from the oven and sprinkle with powdered sugar or top with your jam of choice and serve.
Nutrition
Lemon Marscapone Cheese Danish
- Saturated Fat 100%
- Trans Fat 100%
- Dietary Fiber 100%
- Sugars 100%
- Sodium 100%
- Protein 100%
- Vitamin A 100%
- Cholesterol 100%
- Iron 100%