Description
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish recipe features flaky puff pastry filled with a smooth cream cheese mixture and fresh, juicy strawberries. Perfect for a delightful breakfast treat or an elegant snack, these danishes are easy to prepare and bake to a golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 package puff pastry, thawed
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Egg Wash
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Thaw Puff Pastry: Thaw the puff pastry according to the package instructions until it is fully defrosted and pliable for rolling.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy, without lumps.
- Cut Pastry Squares: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into equal-sized squares, approximately 3 to 4 inches each.
- Add Filling and Strawberries: Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square, then top with several sliced fresh strawberries to add a fresh fruity flavor.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the corners of each pastry square over the filling towards the center to form a sealed pocket, ensuring the filling does not leak out during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each formed danish generously with the beaten egg to achieve a shiny, golden-brown finish once baked.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the prepared danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed to avoid cracking while rolling.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for optimal flavor and sweetness.
- You can substitute the sugar with a natural sweetener if preferred.
- Allow the danishes to cool slightly before serving to avoid burning from hot filling.
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling a little powdered sugar after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Danish, Cream Cheese Danish, Puff Pastry Dessert, Breakfast Pastry, Easy Danish Recipe
