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How to make a Danish pinwheel

Pinwheel Danish step -1

Step 1:

Thaw the pastry according to package instructions. Roll out the pastry sheet onto working surface leaving it on the parchment paper. Cut into quarters.

Pinwheel Danish step 2

Step 2:

In the center of each square add your filling. In this image we are using cream cheese, raspberry jam and fresh raspberries. 

Pinwheel Danish step 3

Step 3:

Using a knife, cut the pastry at each corner leading to the center, stopping at your filling.

Step 4:

Using alternating corners bring the edge of the corner to the center of the filling creating a pinwheel. Transfer pastry to a baking tray and bake at 350°F for 18 – 25 minutes until pastry is golden brown. Dust with icing sugar for serving.