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Wild Blueberry Coffee Cake Danishes

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These Wild Blueberry Coffee Cake Danishes are the perfect combination of soft, flaky pastry, sweet blueberries, and a cinnamon streusel topping. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat, these danishes are sure to impress.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings

Ingredients

For the Pastry:

1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)

1 egg (for egg wash)

For the Wild Blueberry Filling:

1 cup wild blueberries (fresh or frozen)

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

For the Glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 tablespoon milk or cream

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the blueberry filling:

In a small saucepan, combine the wild blueberries, lemon juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the blueberries break down slightly (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Make the streusel topping:

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the ingredients until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set aside.

Prepare the puff pastry:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 6-8 squares or rectangles, depending on your preferred size for the danishes.

Assemble the danishes:

Place the pastry squares or rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a fork, gently score a border around the edge of each pastry, about 1/2 inch in from the edge (this helps create a nice puff around the filling).

Spoon a generous amount of the blueberry filling into the center of each pastry.

Add the streusel topping:

Sprinkle the cinnamon streusel topping evenly over the blueberry filling, pressing it lightly into the filling.

Apply the egg wash:

Lightly beat the egg and brush it over the edges of the puff pastry to give it a golden finish when baked.

Bake the danishes:

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed up, and the streusel is crispy.

Prepare the glaze:

While the danishes are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Finish the danishes:

Once the danishes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the danishes while they are still warm.

Serve:

Serve the Wild Blueberry Coffee Cake Danishes warm or at room temperature. Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.

Notes

  • Frozen Blueberries: You can use frozen wild blueberries for this recipe, but make sure to thaw them first and drain any excess liquid.
  • Alternative Toppings: You can use a simple sugar glaze instead of the cinnamon streusel topping for a lighter option.
  • Make Ahead: These danishes are best eaten fresh, but you can prepare the filling and streusel topping in advance to save time when assembling.
  • Author: Amber
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 danish
  • Calories: 280Kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg