Air Fryer Starbucks Cream Cheese Danish
Indulge in the delight of crafting your own Air Fryer Starbucks Cream Cheese Danish at home. Embrace the aroma of freshly baked pastries as you recreate the iconic Starbucks treat with this simplified recipe designed for your air fryer.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 1 egg
- lemon zest
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes. Line the basket with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Prepare Cream Cheese Filling Mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Step 3: Assemble the Pastries Cut puff pastry into squares, add a dollop of cream cheese filling in the center, fold, and seal.
- Step 4: Apply Egg Wash Lightly brush the pastries with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Step 5: Bake in Air FryerPlace assembled pastries in the preheated air fryer and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden-brown.
- Step 6: Serve Warm Serve the Cream Cheese Danish warm, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Ensure edges are well-sealed to prevent filling leakage.
- Experiment with variations like fruit preserves or nuts.
- Adjust sugar quantity to suit taste preferences.