Cherry-Coconut Chocolate Surprise Danish

Experience the lusciousness of cherry jam infused in our creamy and decadent coconut-chocolate surprise Danish. Each bite is a harmonious blend of rich flavors and flaky pastry, perfectly baked to a golden perfection. Indulge in this heavenly treat, filled with a silky combination of cherry jam, shredded coconut, smooth chocolate, and velvety sour cream.
ingredients
- 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup almond meal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cherry jam
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a bowl, combine the shredded coconut, chocolate chips, granulated sugar, melted butter, almond meal, vanilla extract, sour cream, and cherry jam. Mix until well combined.
- 3.
Unfold one sheet of puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Cut into 4 equal squares.
- 4.
Spoon a generous amount of the cherry-coconut-chocolate-sour cream filling onto the center of each square. Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling, creating a triangle shape. Press the edges firmly to seal.
- 5.
Repeat the process with the second sheet of puff pastry and the remaining filling.
- 6.
Place the filled pastries onto the prepared baking sheet and brush each with the beaten egg wash.
- 7.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- 8.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.
- 9.
Serve warm and enjoy this heavenly treat with a cup of coffee or tea!