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Cinnamon Cream Cheese Danish
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Recipe Category: Breakfast
Keywords: Brunch, < 60 Mins, Easy
Serves: Makes 12 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 packages crescent roll dough
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/4 cup margarine, melted
- Cinnamon-sugar mixture (to sprinkle)
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
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Assembly:
- Unroll one package of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of the prepared pan, making sure to seal any perforations.
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Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, softened cream cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Layering:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough in the pan.
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Top Layer:
- Unroll the second package of crescent roll dough and carefully place it over the cream cheese mixture, trying to cover it as much as possible.
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Topping:
- Drizzle the melted butter and margarine over the top layer of dough.
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Finishing Touch:
- Sprinkle generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
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Cooling and Serving:
- Allow the danish to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.
This Cinnamon Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful addition to any breakfast or brunch spread, offering a sweet and creamy filling encased in buttery, flaky pastry. Perfect for those who enjoy a treat that’s easy to make yet impressively delicious!