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Flaky Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish Delight

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A quick and easy homemade Danish pastry featuring flaky puff pastry layers filled with a creamy, tangy cream cheese mixture and fresh strawberries. Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting or drizzle)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Toss the sliced strawberries with lemon juice in a small bowl to enhance flavor and prevent browning. Let sit while preparing pastry.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, gently roll each puff pastry sheet to smooth out creases and enlarge to about 12 x 12 inches (30 x 30 cm).
  4. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, yielding 8 pastries total.
  5. Lightly score a smaller square inside each puff pastry square about 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the edge without cutting through to create a border.
  6. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling into the center of each square, then top with 3-4 sliced strawberries evenly.
  7. Brush the edges of each pastry with beaten egg to encourage browning and shine.
  8. Place pastries on a lined baking sheet with space between each. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Optionally dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.

Notes

Keep cream cheese softened for smooth filling. Keep puff pastry cold before baking to maintain flakiness. Brush egg wash carefully to avoid filling. Watch baking time closely to prevent over-browning. Thinly slice strawberries to avoid soggy pastry. Let Danishes cool slightly before serving for best texture. Reheat leftovers in oven, not microwave.

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