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Strawberry Cream Cheese Danishes

Decadent Strawberry Cream Cheese Danishes You’ll Love

Indulge in these delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Danishes combining flaky pastry, rich cream cheese, and sweet strawberry jam—a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry use store-bought for easy prep
  • 1 large Egg beaten for egg wash
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure vanilla extract recommended
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Strawberry Jam substitute with your favorite jam if desired
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar adjust milk to desired consistency
  • 2 tbsp Milk any type will work

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut into 4 equal squares.
  3. Fold the corners of each pastry square towards the center to create borders and press lightly.
  4. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, then blend until smooth.
  5. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling onto each pastry square and top with strawberry jam.
  6. Brush the edges with beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Prepare the second batch with the remaining puff pastry while the first batch bakes.
  9. Cool the baked danishes on a wire rack for a few minutes before fully cooling.
  10. Whisk together confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for the glaze and drizzle over cooled danishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store danishes in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the refrigerator.

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