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A golden-brown flaky Danish pastry topped with fresh sliced strawberries and a glaze drizzle, arranged beautifully on a rustic wooden plate, with a glossy, vibrant red and pink color palette, showcasing the soft, flaky layers and creamy filling, styled with subtle greenery for freshness.

Flaky Strawberry Danish with Cream Cheese Filling

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A delicious, flaky Danish pastry filled with cream cheese and topped with fresh strawberries, perfect for brunch or a special breakfast treat.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into rectangles.
  3. Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Spread cream cheese mixture over the center of each pastry rectangle.
  5. Top with sliced strawberries, leaving space around edges.
  6. Fold edges slightly and brush with beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar and serve.

Notes

  • For a sweeter glaze, add a teaspoon of apricot jam melted with a little water and brush over the pastries before serving.
  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor; store at room temperature if serving soon.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pastry
  • Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg