Strawberries & Cream Cheese Danish

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"Strawberries & cream cheese Danish. So simple & so good!"
-- @_ivykasta

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Start Valentine's Day on a sweet note with these Strawberries & Cream Cheese Danishes. The flaky puff pastry, luscious cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberries come together to create a decadent treat perfect for a lovely morning.

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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 9 Danishes

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ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated (or powdered sugar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar and granulated sugar (optional), for topping
  • Egg wash (or milk), for brushing the edges

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F.

  • Step 2

    In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  • Step 3

    Cut the puff pastry sheet into 9 rectangles.

  • Step 4

    Perforate another rectangle in the center of each pastry rectangle to create a border for the filling.

  • Step 5

    Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the center of each pastry rectangle, then top with fresh strawberry slices.

  • Step 6

    Brush the edges of the pastries with egg wash or milk.

  • Step 7

    Sprinkle granulated sugar on top for added sweetness, if desired.

  • Step 8

    Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

  • Step 9

    Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving