Coffee Cream Cheese Crumb Danish (Print)
Tender pastry with coffee-flavored cheese and sweet crumb, ideal for breakfast or an elegant snack.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
05 - 1/2 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
06 - 1 large egg, at room temperature
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
→ Coffee Cream Cheese Filling
08 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 egg yolk
11 - 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee, cooled
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Crumb Topping
13 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
14 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
15 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
16 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
→ Glaze (optional)
17 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
18 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk or coffee
# Method:
01 - Combine warm milk and active dry yeast in a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
02 - In a large bowl, blend all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, room temperature egg, and softened butter. Mix until a soft dough is formed.
03 - Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and allow to rise in a warm environment for about 1 hour or until doubled in volume.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract. Beat until thoroughly smooth and creamy; set aside.
05 - Mix all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Add cubed cold butter and rub mixture together with fingertips until coarse crumbs form.
06 - Set oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
07 - Punch down the risen dough and divide into 8 equal portions. Shape each piece into a ball and flatten into a 4-inch round. Place rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
08 - Create an indentation in the center of each round using your fingers or the back of a spoon. Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of coffee cream cheese filling into each well.
09 - Scatter crumb topping generously over the filling and exposed dough.
10 - Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown. Cool on the pan for 10 minutes.
11 - Whisk powdered sugar with milk or coffee until smooth. Drizzle glaze over cooled danishes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Unique coffee flavor in a breakfast treat
- Sweet, creamy, and crunchy in every bite
02 -
- This recipe contains wheat (gluten), milk, and egg.
- Total preparation time includes dough chilling and proofing.
03 -
- Use espresso in the filling and glaze for more intense coffee flavor.
- Prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate overnight to save time in the morning.