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Crescent Roll Cheese Danishes

Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that’s both effortless and incredibly tasty? Look no further than these Crescent Roll Cheese Danishes – a recipe so simple, you’ll be amazed at the delightful results!

As someone who adores creating scrumptious dishes without the hassle, this recipe is a personal favorite. The magic lies in the versatility of a humble can of crescent rolls, and the end result is a mouthwatering treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 2 Crescent Roll Tubes

  • 1 8 oz. package of softened Philly cream cheese

  • 2 TB fully melted butter

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

  • 1/4 Cup light brown sugar

  • 1/2 Cup regular white sugar

  • 1 Teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Glaze:

  • 1/2 Cup powdered sugar

  • 1 Teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 4 Teaspoons of milk

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium bowl, use a mixer to blend the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, pure vanilla extract, and white sugar until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Open your crescent roll tubes without unrolling them.
  4. Use a sharp knife to cut the rolls into thick slices.
  5. Lay each slice on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  6. Create a small wall around the edge of each slice using your fingers or a small measuring cup to hold the filling.
  7. Mix the melted butter and 1/4 cup of light brown sugar, then brush the mixture over each Danish.
  8. Add even amounts of the cream cheese filling to each Danish.
  9. Bake at 350°F for 16-18 minutes or until slightly golden brown.
  10. Allow them to cool, then drizzle the glaze over each warm Danish.

Glaze:

In a small bowl, combine all three glaze ingredients and stir until smooth. Drizzle this delightful glaze over each warm Danish for an extra touch of sweetness.

Top your creations with cherry, blueberry, or strawberry filling for an extra burst of flavor. Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy the delightful experience of these homemade Crescent Roll Cheese Danishes. Happy baking!

Bonus Recipe: Homemade Panettone

This easy panettone recipe is a simplified version of the original, but you won’t even notice the difference when you taste it! This traditional Italian sweet bread is increasingly popular during Christmas worldwide.

The original recipe is quite elaborate, using a special sourdough starter and a process that takes several days. In this recipe, we have simplified the process quite a bit. However, it still takes some time and has its tricks, but it’s definitely worth it!

The tradition of panettone dates back centuries, and nowadays, it’s an essential element in Christmas celebrations in many homes. Modern variations include versions with additional fillings, such as chocolate or cream, but the essence of panettone remains the same.

It’s a festive delicacy that is shared and enjoyed during the holiday season. Its unmistakable aroma and unique flavor make panettone a cherished culinary gift and a symbol of celebration during the end-of-year festivities.

Preparation Time:

  • Serves 4 / 45 minutes / Medium difficulty

Ingredients:

Sponge:

  • 400g special flour

  • 10g instant yeast

  • 4g strong dough improver

  • 10g gluten

  • 180ml water

  • 80g sugar

  • 10g butter

Reinforcement:

  • 225g special flour

  • 80g egg yolks (without whites)

  • 110g sugar

  • 80g salt

  • 10g shine enhancer

  • 6g emulsifier

  • 5g wheat gluten

  • 80g anti-mold agent

  • 6g powdered milk

  • 100ml water

  • 5g strong dough improver

  • 50g butter

  • 45g margarine

  • 180g raisins

  • 170g candied fruit

  • 80g panettone essence

Preparation:

Sponge:

  1. Place the flour and instant yeast in a mixer, mix them dry until everything comes together.
  2. Then add the water, dough improver, sugar, and knead.
  3. After a few minutes, add the butter and continue kneading until you get a regular, unrefined dough.
  4. Let it ferment for 2.5 to 3 hours.

Reinforcement:

  1. Place the sponge in the mixer with the egg yolks, sugar, salt, emulsifier, shine enhancer, and water.
  2. Knead until the mixture is homogeneous.
  3. Pre-mix the special flour with the powdered milk, anti-mold agent, wheat gluten, and strong dough improver.
  4. Continue kneading. When the dough starts to become elastic, add the margarine and essences, and keep kneading until you get a thin, elastic dough.
  5. Finally, add the raisins and candied fruit. Let the dough rest for a few minutes, then cut and shape it into desired units.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes, shape the dough into rolls for the second time, and place them in molds.
  7. Let it ferment for about three hours, then bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 60 minutes.

Now you can enjoy your homemade panettone!