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Crispy Spring Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish

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A quick and easy homemade danish featuring flaky puff pastry, a tangy cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberries, perfect for spring brunches or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed but cold (about 12x12 inches)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 150 grams)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting or glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream (to thin cream cheese filling if needed)
  • Optional: honey or maple syrup for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using until smooth and fluffy. Add milk or cream if mixture is too thick.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and gently roll to smooth creases. Cut into 4 equal squares.
  4. Lightly score a smaller square inside each pastry square about 1/2 inch from the edge, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each square within the scored border.
  6. Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese filling, overlapping slightly but not overloading.
  7. Brush the edges of each pastry square generously with beaten egg to achieve a golden crisp crust.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown. Watch closely near the end to avoid burning.
  9. Remove from oven and transfer danishes to a cooling rack. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk if desired.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature. Leftovers can be reheated in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold until ready to use to maintain flakiness. Score edges lightly to help puff pastry rise and contain filling. Avoid overloading strawberries to prevent soggy pastry. Check baking time closely as ovens vary. Reheat leftovers in oven to keep crispness; avoid microwaving.

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