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Vegan Danish

Delicious Vegan Danish: Your New Favorite Sweet Treat

Indulge in these Easy Vegan Danishes, a flaky treat filled with rich cream cheese and customizable flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 Danish
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Crescent Roll Dough A vegan-friendly brand like Pillsbury or Trader Joe’s.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Vegan Cream Cheese Brands like Violife or Kite Hill.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar/Xylitol Substitutes like coconut sugar or pure maple syrup can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can be omitted if not available.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional for extra flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Pie Filling e.g., cherry or blueberry; other fruit fillings like apple or pumpkin are alternatives.
  • 2 tbsp Pure Maple Syrup/Agave For glazing the pastry.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Danish
  1. Prepare Filling: Blend the vegan cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and optional vanilla extract in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  3. Prepare Dough: Open the crescent roll dough and slice into 12 sections, pressing wells into each for filling.
  4. Add Fillings: Brush dough with maple syrup, fill each well with cream cheese mixture, and top with pie filling.
  5. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 18 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let cool briefly, then drizzle with leftover filling and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1DanishCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Make sure the vegan cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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