Description
A PB&J Cream Cheese Danish is a delicious twist on a traditional pastry that combines the comfort of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with the flaky goodness of a Danish. The pastry dough is filled with a creamy mixture of peanut butter, cream cheese, and sugar, topped with a dollop of jam or jelly, and baked until golden brown and crisp. The result is a sweet, creamy, and nostalgic treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Pastry:
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (from frozen, about 8 oz)
4 oz (½ block) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup jam or jelly (strawberry, grape, or raspberry)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Optional Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk (or more as needed)
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prep
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unfold thawed puff pastry and cut into 8 equal squares.
2. Make the PB Cream Cheese Filling
In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into the center of each puff pastry square.
Gently spread it out, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges.
3. Add the Jelly
Drop about ½–1 teaspoon of jam or jelly in the center of the cream cheese mixture.
Swirl lightly with a toothpick or knife tip (optional, for a marbled look).
4. Shape and Brush
Fold the corners of the pastry slightly inward, or leave them open for a rustic look.
Brush pastry edges with beaten egg for a golden finish.
5. Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
6. Add Glaze (optional)
Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over cooled danishes for extra sweetness.
Notes
Drizzle your PBJ cream cheese Danish with a light glaze of powdered sugar and milk or sprinkle with crushed peanuts for extra texture. Serve warm for a gooey, irresistible treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish
- Calories: 320
Keywords: Peanut Butter Jelly Cream Cheese Danish, PB&J Danish, Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Danish