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)

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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.