Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish

Looking for a quick and delicious breakfast or brunch treat? This Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish is flaky, creamy, and incredibly simple to make using refrigerated crescent rolls and a sweetened cream cheese filling. It’s perfect for weekend mornings, brunch parties, or anytime you’re craving a bakery-style pastry at home.

If you love our Crescent Roll Apple Turnovers or Cream Cheese Danish Bars, this recipe will become your new morning favorite.

What is Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish?

This Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish is a layered pastry made with crescent roll dough, sweetened cream cheese, and a light vanilla glaze. It mimics the flavors of a classic cheese danish but without the hassle of making dough from scratch. As the saying goes, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach — and this cheesy, sweet pastry will win over any breakfast crowd!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Super Simple: Uses convenient crescent roll dough for quick prep.

Rich and Creamy Filling: Made with cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg.

Perfect for Any Morning: Great for holidays, brunches, or weekday indulgence.

If you’ve tried our Cherry Danish Bake, this cheese version is a must-try for its creamy center and buttery crust.

How to Make Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish

Quick Overview

Layer crescent dough, fill with sweetened cream cheese, top with more dough, bake until golden, and drizzle with a simple glaze.

Ingredients:

For the Danish:

• 2 cans ready-to-use refrigerated crescent rolls
• 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 egg white (for brushing top)

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
2. Layer Base Dough: Unroll one can of crescent dough into the bottom of the dish, pressing seams together.
3. Make the Filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg until smooth.
4. Assemble: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the bottom dough. Top with the second can of crescent dough, sealing the seams.
5. Brush and Bake: Brush top with egg white. Bake for 35–45 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Cool and Glaze: Let cool for 20 minutes. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over the top.

What to Serve with Cheese Danish

• Fresh berries or fruit salad
• Hot coffee or a latte
• Scrambled eggs or sausage on the side
• A mimosa or fresh-squeezed orange juice

Top Tips for Best Results

• Seal Crescent Dough Seams: Prevents filling from leaking during baking.
• Let Cool Before Glazing: Ensures the glaze doesn’t melt off.
• Use Room Temperature Cream Cheese: For a smooth and creamy filling.

Storing and Reheating Tips

• Storage: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheating: Warm slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds.
• Freezing: Wrap slices in plastic and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat before serving.

FAQs

Can I make this with low-fat cream cheese?
Yes, and it still tastes great!

Can I reduce the filling?
Yes, halve the filling for a lighter version and reduce baking time to 30–35 minutes.

Can I add fruit?
Absolutely! Try a layer of fruit jam or fresh berries before adding the top crust.

Conclusion

This Easy Breakfast Cheese Danish is buttery, creamy, and satisfying — the perfect no-fuss pastry for morning gatherings or sweet cravings. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have a bakery-style treat ready to enjoy with coffee or brunch.