Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists
Delight in these golden, flaky pastries filled with creamy cheese and vibrant rhubarb, perfect for springtime enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Danish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup rhubarb (chopped)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into rectangles.
- Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture and some chopped rhubarb in the center of each rectangle.
- Fold or twist the pastry to enclose the filling, sealing the edges.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
Consider using sweeteners like stevia for a sugar-free option. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/rhubarb-cream-cheese-danish-twists/