Blueberry Vanilla Cream Danish

Serves: 6 | Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

For the Vanilla Cream

• 1 cup whole milk

• 2 egg yolks

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 2 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

For the Topping

• 1 cup fresh blueberries

• Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Optional Glaze

• ½ cup powdered sugar

• 1–2 tbsp milk

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Vanilla Cream

1. In a saucepan, heat the milk until steaming (do not boil).

2. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.

3. Slowly whisk the warm milk into the egg mixture.

4. Return everything to the saucepan.

5. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened.

6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.

7. Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface and cool completely.

Step 2 – Prepare the Pastries

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Roll out the puff pastry slightly.

3. Cut into six circles (about 4 inches / 10 cm).

4. Place on a parchment-lined baking tray.

5. Using a smaller glass or cutter, gently press a circle into the center without cutting through.

6. Brush the outer ring with egg wash.

Step 3 – Bake

Bake for 18–20 minutes, until the pastries are puffed and deeply golden.

Allow to cool for 10 minutes.

If the centers have puffed up, gently press them down with the back of a spoon.

Step 4 – Assemble

1. Spoon the cooled vanilla cream into the center of each Danish.

2. Top with fresh blueberries.

3. Garnish with a small mint leaf.

Step 5 – Optional Glaze

Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

Drizzle lightly over the pastries before serving.

Chef's Tips

• Keep puff pastry cold until ready to bake for maximum rise.

• Chill the pastry cream completely before filling to prevent sogginess.

• For extra shine, brush the blueberries with warmed apricot jam.

• Add a little lemon zest to the pastry cream for a brighter flavor.

• These pastries are best enjoyed the day they are assembled.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Fresh coffee

• Cappuccino

• Earl Grey tea

• Vanilla latte

• Fresh fruit salad

• Greek yogurt

Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~390 kcal

• Protein: 7 g

• Carbohydrates: 34 g

• Fat: 25 g

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 16 g

• Sodium: 210 mg

Serving Description

These elegant Blueberry Vanilla Cream Danishes feature buttery, flaky puff pastry filled with silky homemade vanilla pastry cream and topped with juicy fresh blueberries. Finished with a touch of mint and an optional vanilla glaze, they're perfect for breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, or a beautiful homemade dessert.