Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish (Print-Friendly Version)
Flaky pastry layered with sweet cream cheese, strawberry jam, and fresh berries. Great for any brunch spread.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Pastry Base
01 -
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
→ Cream Cheese Filling
02 -
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 -
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Topping
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1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves
06 -
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
→ Egg Wash
07 -
1 large egg
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1 tablespoon water
→ Finishing Touch
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Powdered sugar, for dusting or glaze (optional)
10 -
1/2 cup powdered sugar, for glaze (optional)
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1–2 tablespoons milk, for glaze (optional)
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, for glaze (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
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On a lightly floured surface, unfold thawed puff pastry. Cut the sheet into 6 equal rectangles.
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Lightly score a 1/2 inch border around each pastry rectangle, ensuring not to cut all the way through to help create a crust.
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Within each bordered area, spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture. Layer with a teaspoon of strawberry jam and top with a few fresh strawberry slices.
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In a small bowl, beat the egg together with water. Brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash.
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Transfer assembled pastries to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
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Allow pastries to cool for several minutes. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze, if desired.
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For a simple glaze, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tablespoons milk and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over cooled pastries if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ensure puff pastry is well-chilled before baking to achieve maximum flakiness.