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Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists

Irresistible Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists in 6 Easy Steps

Delight in these Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists, a simple and impressive pastry perfect for brunch or cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 twists
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Bakery
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Rhubarb, chopped fresh or frozen
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Sugar brown sugar for extra depth is optional
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract optional
Pastry
  • 1 lb Pastry Dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1 large Egg beaten for egg wash

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pastry brush
  • Baking sheet
  • Hand mixer
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped rhubarb, softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix with a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll your pastry dough into a rectangle, approximately 1/8 inch thick. Cut into strips about 3 inches wide.
  4. Spoon a generous dollop of the rhubarb cream cheese filling into the center of each dough strip. Fold and twist to create a Danish twist.
  5. Apply the beaten egg over the top of each Danish twist for a golden finish.
  6. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant.

Nutrition

Serving: 1twistCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is crucial for flaky layers. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and feel free to explore different fillings.

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