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Embrace the flavors of fall with a delightful treat that combines the rich essence of pumpkin and the creamy indulgence of cream cheese—introducing the Velvet Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, making use of simple ingredients to create something extraordinary. The flaky puff pastry serves as the perfect vessel for the luscious pumpkin cream cheese filling, spiced with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. In this article, we will explore the detailed recipe, baking tips, and the story behind this delicious pastry.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish

Dive into fall flavors with our Velvet Pumpkin Cream Cheese Danish! This delightful pastry pairs flaky puff pastry with a creamy pumpkin and cream cheese filling, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, this recipe is both easy to follow and rewarding to make. Discover baking tips, ingredient insights, and serving suggestions to enjoy this seasonal treat to its fullest. Your kitchen will smell heavenly, and your family will love it!
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Ingredients
  

1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed)

4 oz cream cheese (softened)

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional, for topping)

Additional powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, gently roll it out into a larger rectangle, approximately 12x14 inches.

      Cut the Pastry: Divide the pastry into four equal rectangles (about 6x7 inches each). Use a sharp knife to make a border around each rectangle, about 1 inch from the edge, being careful not to cut all the way through.

        Make the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth and well combined.

          Assemble the Danishes: Spread a generous spoonful of the pumpkin cream cheese filling inside the border of each pastry rectangle. Ensure not to overfill to prevent spilling during baking.

            Egg Wash: Brush the edges of the puff pastry lightly with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

              Add Toppings: If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans on top of the filling for added crunch and flavor.

                Bake: Place the danishes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden and puffed.

                  Cool & Serve: Remove the danishes from the oven and let them cool slightly. Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.

                    Enjoy: Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the delightful combination of pumpkin and cream cheese encased in flaky pastry!

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 min | 40 min | 4 servings