Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists


 


Bakery-Worthy Pastries with Sweet-Tart Rhubarb & Creamy Filling!

These Rhubarb Cream Cheese Danish Twists are the perfect flaky, buttery, and slightly tangy treat—just like your favorite bakery, but fresh from your oven! With a luscious cream cheese filling, vibrant rhubarb compote, and crisp golden layers, they’re ideal for brunch, Mother’s Day, or a weekend baking project.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

🥐 Flaky & Buttery – Layers of golden, crisp pastry.
🍓 Sweet-Tart Rhubarb – Balanced with creamy filling.
🧀 Cream Cheese Goodness – Rich and velvety.
✨ Impressive Yet Easy – Uses store-bought puff pastry for convenience.


Ingredients

(Makes 8 pastries)

For the Rhubarb Compote

  • 2 cups fresh rhubarb, diced (or frozen, thawed)

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken)

For the Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 egg yolk (reserve white for egg wash)

For Assembly

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

  • 1 egg white + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)

  • Coarse sugar (for sprinkling)


Step-by-Step Instructions