Strawberry Danish: A Flaky, Fruity Pastry Delight
This Strawberry Danish recipe is a flaky, fruity pastry delight! It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat
Ingredients
Strawberries:
- 4 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Danish Pastry:
- 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten with 1 teaspoon water
- 2-3 tablespoons sugar for topping (optional)
Toppings:
- ¼ cup (60ml) strawberry jam (optional)
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons (30-45ml) milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Thaw puff pastry sheets at room temperature for 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Macerate Strawberries: Combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Make Cream Cheese Filling: In another bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Prepare Pastry: Unfold a puff pastry sheet and cut into 6 smaller rectangles. Score a border on each rectangle with a knife.
- Assemble: Spread cream cheese filling onto each rectangle, top with strawberries, and brush edges with egg wash. Sprinkle with sugar (optional).
- Chill (Optional): If the pastry is warm, chill for 15-20 minutes.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool: Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Top and Serve: Top with warm strawberry jam (optional) and dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with vanilla glaze.
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