Description
Cherry Hawaiian Danishes are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry and sweet cherry filling, inviting you to indulge in a tropical escape with each bite. These pastries are incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy dessert. With their buttery crunch and vibrant cherry center, they promise to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 cup cherry pie filling (or fresh cherries)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold and roll out puff pastry sheets on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut pastry into 4-inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of cherry filling in the center of each square and fold over two corners to form a pocket.
- Whisk egg and water together, then brush over the tops of danishes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg