Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish Recipe
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful pastry combining flaky puff pastry with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese filling and fresh strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these danishes are easy to make and bake to golden perfection, offering a delicious balance of tangy cream cheese and juicy strawberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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: Thaw the puff pastry according to the package instructions until it is fully defrosted and pliable for rolling out.
- Prepare the cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Cut pastry into squares: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth out creases. Cut the pastry into equal-sized squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Assemble danishes: Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square, then top with a few slices of fresh strawberries.
- Seal the danishes: Fold the corners of each square over the filling, pinching the edges gently to create a sealed pocket to hold the filling inside during baking.
- Apply egg wash: Brush the tops and edges of the folded pastries with the beaten egg wash to give them a beautiful golden color when baked.
- Bake: 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 pastries are puffed and golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is thawed but still cool for easier handling and better puffing during baking.
- You can substitute fresh strawberries with other berries such as blueberries or raspberries, or even peach slices for variety.
- For extra shine and sweetness, brush the danishes with a simple syrup glaze after baking once cooled slightly.
- If you prefer a stronger vanilla flavor, consider adding a little vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough cleanly for neat edges and better puffing.
Keywords: Strawberry Danish, Cream Cheese Danish, Puff Pastry Dessert, Breakfast Pastry, Sweet Snack
