When it comes to holiday baking, there’s nothing quite like the joy of crafting delicious and visually appealing treats. This year, we’re bringing a twist to the classic cherry cream cheese danish by transforming them into candy cane shapes. These festive pastries are not only a delight to your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.

Ingredients:

To make these cherry cream cheese danishes in candy cane shapes, you’ll need the following ingredients:

For the Pastry:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed

For the Filling:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup cherry pie filling

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
3. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a rectangular shape. Using a candy cane cookie cutter, cut out each shape until all dough is used.
4. Spoon a small amount of the cream cheese mixture onto one end of each strip and top it with a spoonful of cherry pie filling.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed and golden.
6. While the pastries are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
7. Once the pastries are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
8. Drizzle the glaze over the candy cane-shaped danishes.

These cherry cream cheese danishes in candy cane shapes are the perfect addition to your holiday dessert spread. Their delightful appearance and scrumptious taste will impress your guests and add a touch of festive flair to your celebrations. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can create these treats with confidence and share the joy of holiday baking with your family and friends.

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