Indulgent Strawberry Danish That'll Steal Your Heart

This Strawberry Danish recipe features a rich cream cheese filling, fresh strawberries, and a flaky pastry, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baking, cream cheese, Danish pastry, dessert, strawberries, Strawberry Danish

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 25

Chilling Time: 20

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: slices

Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

Oven
Mixing Bowl
baking sheet
Parchment Paper

Ingredients

For the Filling

2 cups Fresh Strawberries sliced
2 tablespoons Cornstarch
1/4 cup Sugar adjust to taste
8 ounces Cream Cheese at room temperature
1/4 cup Powdered Sugar for filling
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

For the Pastry

1 package Puff Pastry Sheets thawed
1 large Egg for brushing

For Optional Toppings

2 tablespoons Additional Sugar for Topping
1/4 cup Strawberry Jam for drizzling
2 tablespoons Milk for glaze if desired

Instructions

How to Make Strawberry Danish

Thaw the puff pastry by leaving it at room temperature for 30-45 minutes, ensuring it's pliable for easy handling.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
Combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl; let this sit for 15 minutes.
Beat the cream cheese in a separate bowl until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
Cut the thawed puff pastry into rectangles, scoring a border around each for a pretty finish.
Fill each rectangle with the cream cheese mixture, then layer the prepared strawberries on top.
Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg; sprinkle with sugar if desired.
Chill the filled pastries in the fridge for 15-20 minutes if the dough feels sticky.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Top with strawberry jam or drizzle with glaze.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a touch of elegance!

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