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Strawberry Danish Pastry Recipe

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This Strawberry Danish Pastry recipe offers a delightful combination of flaky puff pastry filled with a smooth cream cheese mixture and topped with fresh strawberries. Finished with a glossy glaze or strawberry jam, these pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 4 cups sliced strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pastry

  • 2 puff pastry sheets
  • 1 egg mixed with 1 teaspoon water (egg wash)

Glaze (optional)

  • Powdered sugar
  • Vanilla extract
  • Milk
  • 1/4 cup strawberry jam (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Thaw the puff pastry sheets for 30-45 minutes until pliable. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with sugar and cornstarch and let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to macerate and thicken.
  2. Make Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well incorporated and fluffy.
  3. Cut Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, cut each thawed puff pastry sheet into 6 rectangles. Score the borders of each rectangle carefully without cutting all the way through to allow for puffing on the edges.
  4. Assemble: Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each rectangle. Top the cream cheese with the strawberry mixture. Brush the edges of the rectangles with the prepared egg wash and sprinkle lightly with sugar for extra crunch and color.
  5. Bake: If the dough has warmed during assembly, chill the pastries in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to help retain shape during baking. Place pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and puffed.
  6. Finish: Allow the Danish pastries to cool for 5 minutes after baking. Optionally, spread warm strawberry jam on top or drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk for added sweetness and shine. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Ensure the puff pastry stays cold before baking to achieve maximum puff and flakiness.
  • The strawberry mixture can be adjusted in sweetness depending on the berries’ natural tartness.
  • Chilling the assembled pastries before baking helps maintain distinct layers and prevents spreading.
  • The glaze is optional but adds a beautiful finish and extra sweetness.
  • Use fresh strawberries for best flavor, but frozen and thawed can be substituted if needed.

Keywords: Strawberry Danish, Puff Pastry, Cream Cheese Pastry, Breakfast Pastry, Fruit Danish, Homemade Danish

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