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Heavenly Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish: A Tropical Twist on a Bakery Favorite


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet whole wheat puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz light cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Optional Glaze:

  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple.
  4. Cut the puff pastry into 6 equal rectangles and lightly score a border around each piece without cutting through.
  5. Spoon the cheesecake mixture into the center of each pastry, staying within the border.
  6. Brush the pastry edges with the beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  8. Let the Danish cool for 10 minutes.
  9. Drizzle with the optional glaze before serving, if desired.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Calories: 275
  • Net Carbs: 24g
  • Fats: 16g
  • Protein: 7g