Description
Delight in the flaky, buttery goodness of this Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish, featuring a smooth cream cheese filling sweetened with vanilla and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries baked to golden perfection in puff pastry.
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 Topping
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Finishing
- 1 egg, for egg wash
Instructions
- Thaw Puff Pastry: Begin by thawing the puff pastry according to the package instructions to ensure it is pliable and ready to handle.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy to create the filling.
- Cut Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into squares, sizing them evenly for individual Danish pastries.
- Assemble Danish: Place a spoonful of the cream cheese filling in the center of each puff pastry square, then add a few slices of fresh strawberries on top of the filling.
- Seal Pastries: Fold the corners of each square over the filling toward the center, pinching the edges gently to create a sealed pocket.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and brush the entire surface of the sealed pastries with the egg wash to help them develop a golden, shiny crust during baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the prepared Danish pastries on a baking sheet until they are puffed and golden brown, about 25 minutes.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed but still cold for easier handling and better puff.
- You can substitute strawberries with other fresh fruits like blueberries or raspberries.
- An egg wash enhances browning and gives a shiny, appealing finish.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Danish, Cream Cheese Danish, Puff Pastry Dessert, Baked Pastry, Cream Cheese Filling, Fresh Strawberry Pastry
