Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish: A Buttery, Flaky Delight

If you’re craving a bakery-style pastry but want to make it at home with minimal effort, this Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish is the answer. Flaky, buttery crescent rolls, a sweet and creamy cheesecake-like filling, and a light vanilla glaze make this danish irresistible.

This simple yet impressive recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. It takes just a few ingredients and can be customized with fruit fillings or toppings for extra flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Quick & Easy – Made with store-bought crescent rolls for convenience.
✔ Minimal Ingredients – Only five simple ingredients.
✔ Versatile – Add fruit, nuts, or cinnamon for variety.
✔ Great for Any Occasion – Serve for breakfast, brunch, or holidays.

Ingredients You’ll Need

2 cans refrigerated crescent rolls
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup powdered sugar (for glaze, optional)
2 tablespoons milk (for glaze, optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling

In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Set aside while preparing the dough.

Step 3: Assemble the Danish

Unroll one can of crescent rolls and press the dough into the bottom of the baking dish, sealing the perforations to create a solid sheet.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and place it over the cream cheese layer, again sealing any perforations.

Step 4: Bake

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before adding the glaze.

Step 5: Make the Glaze (Optional)

In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
Drizzle over the cooled danish before slicing and serving.

Serving Suggestions

🍓 Add Fruit – Spread strawberry, raspberry, or blueberry jam over the cream cheese layer before adding the top crescent roll.
🌰 Add Crunch – Sprinkle chopped pecans or almonds on top before baking.
🍯 Extra Sweetness – Drizzle with honey or caramel sauce before serving.

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

🥶 To Store – Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F for 5 minutes or microwave for a few seconds.
❄ To Freeze – Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

Final Thoughts

This Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish is flaky, creamy, and perfectly sweet—just like the ones from a bakery! Whether you make it for a weekend treat, holiday brunch, or potluck, it’s sure to impress. Plus, with so many ways to customize it, you’ll never get bored.