Apple Cheese Danish Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Cheese Danish

• 4 ounces (113g) softened cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Refrigerated Biscuits
• 1 medium apple (about 1 cup sliced)
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• Caramel Topping

How to Make Apple Cheese Danish

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, beat together 4 ounces (113g) of softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. Set the cream cheese mixture aside.
4. Separate 8 refrigerated biscuits and flatten each one slightly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Peel, core, and thinly slice 1 medium apple (about 1 cup sliced).
6. Chop the apple slices into smaller, bite-sized pieces.
7. Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the flattened biscuits.
8. Top each biscuit with the chopped apple pieces.
9. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped pecans.
10. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of melted butter or a simple glaze (e.g., powdered sugar mixed with a little milk or lemon juice).
11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the apples are tender.