Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish, a delicious pastry that combines flaky puff pastry with rich cream cheese and sweet strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this easy-to-make treat is sure to impress family and friends. With its warm, inviting aroma and beautiful presentation, each bite delivers a comforting sweetness that feels like a special occasion any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for drizzling)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Slice strawberries and sprinkle with sugar; let sit for a few minutes.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into rectangles.
- Place cream cheese filling and strawberry slices in the center of each rectangle.
- Fold corners over the filling and pinch to seal; brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk to create glaze; drizzle over cooled danishes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Feel free to substitute strawberries with blueberries or peaches based on availability. - For extra flavor, add lemon zest or almond extract to the cream cheese mixture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.