Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Danishes Recipe
Delight in these easy-to-make Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Danishes that combine flaky crescent roll dough with a luscious cream cheese filling and melty chocolate chips. Finished with a sweet powdered sugar glaze, these treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Pastry
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main
- 1 (8-count) tube crescent roll dough
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
Glaze
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, use a hand-held electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a rich filling.
- Prepare Dough: Cut the crescent roll dough into 8 slices. Place each slice cut side down on the prepared baking sheet. Gently stretch and flatten the center of each slice to create a small well for the filling.
- Fill Danishes: Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the center of each flattened crescent dough slice, then sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the filling to add a delicious chocolate touch.
- Bake: Bake the assembled danishes for 15 minutes or until they turn golden brown around the edges, signaling that they are perfectly cooked. Remove from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes.
- Make Glaze and Drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle this sweet glaze over the cooled danishes for a beautiful and tasty finish.
Notes
- For best results, use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling.
- The crescent roll dough can be substituted with puff pastry for extra flakiness.
- Adjust the amount of chocolate chips to your preference or use different types like white or dark chocolate.
- Glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more milk for a thinner drizzle or more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
