Cheese Danish Pastries (Delkelekh) Recipe

Name: Cheese Danish Pastries (Delkelekh)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the dough; 1 tablespoon yeast; 1/3 cup milk, at room temperature; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted; For the filling; 12 ounces farmer cheese; 1/3 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 large egg yolk; 1 lemon, finely grated zest of; For assembly; flour, for dusting; 1 large egg (mixed with 1 tablespoon water); confectioners' sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

For the dough
1 tablespoon yeast
1/3 cup milk, at room temperature
2 large eggs, at room temperature
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
For the filling
12 ounces farmer cheese
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg yolk
1 lemon, finely grated zest of
For assembly
flour, for dusting
1 large egg (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)
confectioners' sugar (optional)

1
For the dough: In bowl of an electric mixer, combine yeast and milk and allow to sit for a few minutes. Stir in eggs, butter, sour cream, sugar, salt and flour. Mix well until dough turns into a ball. Transfer to a covered container and allow to rest for 30 minutes, then refrigerate overnight.
2
For the filling: In bowl of an electric mixer, combine farmer's cheese, sour cream, sugar, flour, vanilla, egg yolk and lemon zest. Mix well. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate until needed, up to 24 hours.
3
For assembly: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Lightly dust a work surface with flour and roll out dough into a rectangle 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 4-by-4-inch squares. Spoon about 1 tablespoon filling into center of each square. Pick up corners of each square and press points together.
4
Arrange pastries on baking sheets about 11/2 inches apart. Brush with egg mixture. Bake until golden, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool and serve as is or sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

1239

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the dough, 1 tablespoon yeast, 1/3 cup milk, at room temperature, 2 large eggs, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Cheese Danish Pastries (Delkelekh) 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.

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Cheese Danish Pastries (Delkelekh)

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Variations & substitutions

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