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Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish

Heavenly Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish for Sweet Mornings

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish that brings warmth and sweetness to your mornings.
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Course: Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast, Brunch, Make-Ahead, pastries, Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish, sweet treats
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 danishes
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Rolling Pin

Ingredients

For the Cream Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 1 cup strawberries diced
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Pastry

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1 large egg for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon milk for egg wash

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and diced strawberries; mix until smooth.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 4 to 5 inch squares.
  • Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square.
  • Fold the corners of each square towards the center and pinch the edges to seal.
  • Whisk together egg and milk for the egg wash; brush over the filled pastries.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Let the danishes cool for 5-10 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

These danishes can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danish | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg