Description
These flaky and soft Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes are a delightful treat that look fancy but are easy to make, perfect for breakfast or as a gift.
Ingredients
For the Danishes
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought) (Keep the pastry cold until ready to use.)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (Use plant-based cream cheese for vegan option.)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (A spoonful smooths out any tang.)
- 1 cup strawberries, diced (Diced small to avoid weighing down the pastry.)
- 1 whole egg (For egg wash.)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (Optional, adds warmth to the filling.)
- as needed dusting flour (For dusting the surface.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into heart shapes.
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Place the cream cheese mixture in the center of each heart-shaped pastry.
- Top with diced strawberries.
- Fold over the edges of the pastry to create a border.
- Beat the egg and brush it over the edges for a golden color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a plate and napkin, and optionally a small jar of jam or honey. For leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to one day at room temperature, or up to three days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Cuisine: American