Cheese Strawberry Danish
This easy yet super delicious Strawberry Danish is the perfect combination of fresh strawberries, cream cheese and a flaky puff pastry that is sure to be a hit for whatever time of day you enjoy it.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 4 oz cream cheese softened — this is essential
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted, for brushing
- 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Stir until the cornstarch fully melts into the strawberries. Set aside
- In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix with a hand held mixer until completely smooth and silky. Set aside.
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Use a pizza cutter to cut the sheet into 4 equal squares.
- Spoon a generous dollop of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each square. Spread slightly, leaving a small border between the filling and the edges of the dough.
- Spoon the strawberry mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Fold the corners of each square toward the center, slightly overlapping to create an envelope shape as shown in the photos. Press the edges gently to seal.
- Brush the exposed dough border (areas without filling) with melted butter, then apply the egg wash over the entire top for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the danishes are puffed and deep golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Enjoy!