Description
Delight in the perfect blend of flaky puff pastry filled with a creamy sweetened cream cheese and fresh strawberries. These Strawberry Cream Cheese Danishes offer a deliciously elegant treat that’s simple to prepare, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 package puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Egg Wash
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
- Thaw Puff Pastry: Begin by thawing the puff pastry according to the package instructions until it is pliable and ready to be worked with.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Cut Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smoothen it out and cut it into equal squares, roughly 3 to 4 inches in size.
- Fill Pastry Squares: Spoon a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each pastry square, then top with a few slices of fresh strawberries.
- Seal Pastries: Fold the corners of each square over the filling, pinching to seal and create a pocket that will hold the filling securely during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops and edges of each Danish with the beaten egg wash to give a beautiful golden and glossy finish when baked.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the prepared danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for approximately 25 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened completely for easy mixing and a smooth filling texture.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and sweetness.
- You can sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top after baking for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.
- For variation, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture.
- Keep an eye on the danishes during baking as oven temperatures may vary slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry cream cheese danish, puff pastry dessert, sweet breakfast pastry, easy danish recipe, fruit danish
