Homemade Blueberry Danishes Pastry (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 17.3 oz box puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed
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6 oz cream cheese, softened
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3 tablespoons sugar, divided
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh blueberries
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1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
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1 egg
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1 tablespoon water
→ Frosting
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F degrees.
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Unfold thawed puff pastry sheets on a flat surface. Cut along existing folds into three strips per sheet, then cut each strip in half to create 12 rectangles.
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Place pastry rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between pieces. Score a 3/4 inch border around edges of each rectangle and prick centers with a fork to ensure even puffing.
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Blend softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla extract with a hand mixer until smooth.
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In a small bowl, toss fresh blueberries with lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar.
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Spread cream cheese filling onto the center of each pastry, staying within the scored border. Top with sugared blueberries.
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Bake in preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until pastries are golden and puffed.
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Whisk powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional cream or powdered sugar if needed.
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Allow pastries to cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack, then drizzle frosting over the top and serve.
# Notes:
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Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
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Scoring the pastry is key to creating a proper border.