Make easy Pillsbury Grands Fruit Danishes with flaky biscuit dough, sweet cream cheese filling, and your favorite fruit preserves. This quick and delicious bakery-style breakfast pastry is ready in under 30 minutes.
Pillsbury Grands Fruit Danishes: Easy Bakery-Style Pastries at Home
These Pillsbury Grands Fruit Danishes are a simple shortcut version of classic Danish pastries. Using refrigerated biscuit dough creates a flaky, tender base that pairs perfectly with a creamy cheesecake filling and sweet fruit preserves.
They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, holiday mornings, or whenever you’re craving a homemade pastry without the effort of making laminated dough from scratch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Uses simple store-bought ingredients
- Perfect for breakfast or brunch
- Customizable with different fruit flavors
- Bakery-style results with minimal effort
Recipe Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 13–15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 8 danishes
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For the Danishes
- 1 can Pillsbury Grands biscuits (8-count)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup fruit preserves or jam (strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, apricot, or cherry)
For the Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Wire cooling rack
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
In a small bowl, mix together:
- Softened cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Vanilla extract
Stir until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Shape the Biscuits
Separate the biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Using your fingers or the bottom of a glass, press the center of each biscuit to create a deep indentation while leaving a raised border around the edges.
Step 4: Fill the Centers
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each biscuit.
Top with about 1 teaspoon of fruit preserves.
Do not overfill.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 13–15 minutes or until the biscuits are puffed and golden brown around the edges.
The filling should be set and slightly bubbly.
Step 6: Cool
Remove from the oven and allow the danishes to cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet.
Transfer to a wire rack.
Step 7: Prepare the Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together:
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
Mix until smooth and pourable.
Step 8: Drizzle and Serve
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled danishes.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Serving Suggestions
These fruit danishes are delicious with:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate
- Fresh fruit
- Brunch spreads
- Holiday breakfast buffets
Tips for Success
- Use softened cream cheese for a smooth filling
- Create a deep well in the biscuits to hold the filling
- Avoid overfilling to prevent spilling during baking
- Let the danishes cool slightly before glazing
- Try different jam flavors for variety
Storage Instructions
Refrigerator
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating
Warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.
Variations
Mixed Berry Danish
Use a combination of blueberry, raspberry, and strawberry preserves.
Cherry Cheesecake Danish
Fill with cherry pie filling instead of jam.
Peach Danish
Use peach preserves and add a pinch of cinnamon.
Lemon Berry Danish
Add lemon zest to the cream cheese filling.
Apple Cinnamon Danish
Use apple preserves and sprinkle with cinnamon before baking.
Final Thoughts
Pillsbury Grands Fruit Danishes are a quick and delicious way to enjoy homemade pastries without complicated baking techniques. With flaky biscuit dough, creamy cheesecake filling, sweet fruit preserves, and a simple glaze, these easy danishes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special weekend treat.