How to Make Puff Pastry Danishes
In the Air Fryer:
Whisk together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and half teaspoon of vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth. Set aside.
Unfold pastry sheet and place on a lightly floured work surface. Cut along the fold lines to create 3 pieces. Next, cut in half to create 6 rectangles.
Use a paring knife to lightly score a half-inch border around each pastry rectangle, being careful not to cut all the way through. This will allow the edges to puff up and become crispy around the filling.
Divide the cream cheese filling evenly between the six rectangles, spreading it evenly within the borders. Now add a teaspoon of fruit preserves to the center of each pastry. Do not spread it out, it will melt as it cooks.
Preheat air fryer to 325°F (165°C).
Create the egg wash by whisking an egg and water together in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Brush the wash along the border of each pastry.
Place 2 pastries in the air fryer basket, we want to give them space to rise and get crispy.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Transfer to a wire cooling rack and continue cooking the remaining danishes.
While pastries are cooling, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl to create a glaze. Adjust the consistency if needed to create a glaze that will drizzle off the spoon without being watery.
Drizzle glaze over cooled, or barely warm pastries. The glaze will set up and harden as it dries.
Serve with your favorite beverage.
Bake in the Oven:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Prepare danishes as described above.
Bake in preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
Drizzle with glaze and serve.
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