Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish
Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delectable pastry that combines a flaky puff pastry with a rich cream cheese filling and sweet strawberries. Perfect for brunch or as a delightful treat, this easy-to-make dessert will impress your family and friends. With vibrant colors and satisfying flavors, each bite transports you to a bakery bliss. Enjoy these warm, golden delights straight from the oven, dusted with powdered sugar or paired with coffee!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Bakery
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick; cut into squares.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Layer sliced strawberries over the cream cheese mixture.
- Place a spoonful of the mixture in the center of each pastry square. Fold corners towards the center and pinch to seal. Brush with egg wash.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Substitute strawberries with other berries or add lemon zest for flavor variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat at 350°F for best results.