Delicious Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists to Savor

Indulge in these Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists for a delightful treat bursting with flavor.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 8 twists

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

2 cups Rhubarb, diced Substitute with strawberries or apples if desired.
1/2 cup Sugar Adjust for sweetness.
8 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Low-fat version can be used but may alter texture.
1 large Egg Vegan option: substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended for flavor.
1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour Prevents runniness in filling.

For the Pastry

1 sheet Puff Pastry Store-bought is convenient.

Topping (Optional)

2 tablespoons Coarse Sugar For crunch and visual appeal.

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Parchment paper
Baking sheet
Rolling Pin

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Rhubarb Filling: Wash and dice rhubarb, toss with sugar and set aside for 10-15 minutes.
Make Cream Cheese Mixture: Beat cream cheese with egg, vanilla, and flour until smooth.
Assemble Danishes: Roll out puff pastry, spread cream cheese, add rhubarb, and cut into strips.
Twist and Arrange: Twist pastry strips and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Cool: Let danishes cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Drain excess liquid from rhubarb to prevent soggy pastry. Chill puff pastry if it becomes soft during handling.

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