Easy Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish

Ingredients

• 2 sheets puff pastry store bought or homemade
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese whole room temperature
• 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (for brushing)
• 1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 350 F (180 C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium pot combine the blueberries and sugar, heat on low / medium heat until thickened, stirring often. Be careful not to burn. Remove from heat and let cool.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl beat on medium speed the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and lemon juice until smooth.

4. 4

   Roll out the puff pastry and cut each sheet into 6-8 squares (all the same same size). Top one of the sheets with the cream cheese filling (divided by 6-8) and top with the blueberry filling (6-8 parts).

5. 5

   Top each square with the remaining squares and seal shut. (using the tongs of a fork). Brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden. Eat warm or let cool, sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Enjoy!