Strawberry Cream Danish
A delightful pastry combining cream cheese and fresh strawberries, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
For the pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry Can use store-bought or homemade
- 1 egg beaten egg For egg wash
For the cream cheese filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Bring to room temperature for easy mixing
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness to the filling
- 1 tsp vanilla extract For flavor
- 1/4 tsp lemon juice Adds brightness to the filling
For the strawberry topping
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced Use ripe strawberries for best flavor
- 2 tbsp sugar To enhance the strawberries' sweetness
- 1 tbsp lemon juice To balance the sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into squares or rectangles, approximately 3x3 inches each.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Assembling
- Place a generous spoonful of the cream cheese filling in the center of each pastry square.
- Gently fold the edges around the filling and brush them with the beaten egg.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Allow to sit for 10 minutes.
Baking
- Carefully transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Serving
- Once cooled slightly, top each Danish with the strawberry mixture.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
To prevent spilling, avoid overfilling the pastries. Ensure to allow the strawberry mixture to sit for full flavor.