Almost Cheese Danish Turnovers Recipe

Craving delicious cheese Danish pastries but short on time? This recipe delivers amazing flavor in just 30 minutes using simple ingredients and your trusty toaster oven! Adapted from a Sara Moulton-inspired recipe, these aren't your average bakery pastries, but they're incredibly quick, easy, and satisfying. Get ready for a warm, cheesy, cinnamon-sugar treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon snack!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 372.6 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almost Cheese Danish Turnovers

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How to Make Almost Cheese Danish Turnovers

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently roll out 4 slices of bread with a rolling pin until each slice is about ⅛ inch thick (slightly thinner than 1/16 inch for better results).
  3. In a bowl, cream together 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, 2 ounces (57g) shredded cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon until completely smooth and well combined.
  4. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Brush a small amount of melted butter along the edges of each flattened bread slice.
  5. Spoon about ½ of the cheese mixture onto the center of each bread slice.
  6. Fold the bread over the filling to create a triangle, ensuring the filling is fully enclosed.
  7. Firmly pinch the edges of the bread together to create a tight seal, preventing any leakage during baking.
  8. Arrange the turnovers in a single layer on a small baking sheet. Brush the tops of each turnover with the remaining melted butter.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the turnovers are a beautiful pale golden brown and the filling is heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

67g

Carbs

10g