Apricot Cheese Danish Recipe

Name: Apricot Cheese Danish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm water (110 to 115); 2 eggs; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup sour cream; 3 tablespoons sugar; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Filling; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 egg yolks; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/4 cup apricot preserves; confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110 to 115)
2 eggs
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup apricot preserves
confectioners' sugar

1
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add eggs, butter, sour cream and sugar. Gradually add 2 cups flour and salt; beat until smooth. Stir in remaining flour (dough will be soft and sticky). Place in a greased bowl. Cover; refrigerate overnight.
2
For filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolks and vanilla in a mixing bowl until smooth. Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead two to three times. Divide in half. Roll each half into a 16 x 10 inch oval and place on greased baking sheets. Spread 1 1/4 cups filling over each oval to within 1 inch of edges. Fold longest side over filling; pinch edges to seal. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Bake at 375 for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Spread preserves on top. Dust with confectioners sugar. Store in the refrigerator.

1050

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast, 1/4 cup warm water (110 to 115), 2 eggs, 1/2 cup butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Apricot Cheese Danish falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Apricot Cheese Danish

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