Description
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Danishes are buttery, flaky, and filled with a luscious cream cheese center topped with fresh strawberries. Made with store-bought puff pastry and finished with jam or glaze, these bakery-style treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick dessert.
Ingredients
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Topping:
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1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
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1 tbsp sugar
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1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Pastry:
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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1 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Optional Toppings:
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2 tbsp strawberry jam, warmed (for shine)
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Powdered Sugar Glaze:
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 tbsp milk
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. -
Prepare the Strawberries:
In another bowl, toss sliced strawberries with sugar and cornstarch. Set aside. -
Assemble the Danishes:
Unfold the puff pastry and cut into 6 rectangles. Score a ½-inch border inside each rectangle without cutting all the way through.
Spoon cream cheese filling into the center of each and top with strawberry mixture. -
Egg Wash & Bake:
Brush the borders with beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. -
Add Finishing Touches (Optional):
Brush baked pastries with warm strawberry jam for a glossy finish.
Once slightly cooled, drizzle with powdered sugar glaze if using. -
Serve:
Enjoy warm or at room temperature — perfect for brunch, dessert, or afternoon tea.
Notes
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Use other berries like blueberries or raspberries for variation.
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Store in an airtight container at room temp for 1 day or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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Reheat in a toaster oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European-Inspired
