Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Strawberry Danishes made with puff pastry, cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and a sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
Strawberry Filling:
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
Additional:
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional for topping)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Prepare Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 6 equal rectangles. Score a smaller rectangle inside each piece, about 1/2 inch from the edge.
- Add Fillings: Spread cream cheese mixture in the center of each rectangle. Top with strawberry jam and fresh strawberry slices.
- Bake: Brush edges with beaten egg, sprinkle with coarse sugar, and bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and puffy.
- Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and milk to make a glaze. Drizzle over the cooled danishes.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute the strawberry jam with raspberry or apricot for a different flavor.
- Best enjoyed the day they are baked; store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
