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strawberry danishes Stacked baked strawberry danish pastries with flaky golden puff pastry, creamy filling, and glossy strawberry topping.

Strawberry Danishes

Golden, flaky pastries filled with creamy vanilla cheese and juicy Strawberry Danishes create a bakery-style treat made right at home.
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Bakery-style
Keyword: cream cheese pastry, fruit danish, puff pastry dessert, strawberry danish
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 42 minutes
Servings: 14 danishes
Calories: 285kcal
Cost: $16

Ingredients

  • 5 cups strawberries washed, hulled, and thinly sliced
  • 1¼ tablespoons cornstarch helps thicken strawberry juices
  • 1¼ tablespoons granulated sugar lightly sweetens the fruit
  • 9 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature for smooth mixing
  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar sifted for lump-free filling
  • 1¼ teaspoons vanilla extract adds warmth and aroma
  • 2 puff pastry sheets fully thawed but still cold
  • 1 large egg beaten with water for egg wash
  • 1½ teaspoons water loosens egg wash consistency
  • 3 tablespoons sugar optional, for crisp topping
  • ⅓ cup strawberry jam warmed for easy spreading
  • 1¼ cups powdered sugar for glaze option
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract balances glaze sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons milk adjusted for drizzle consistency

Instructions

  • Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and allow it to soften at room temperature while the oven preheats to 400°F, then line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl and gently toss until evenly coated, then let the mixture rest to release juices.
    “Bowl of chopped fresh strawberries mixed with sugar, showing a glossy red texture.”
  • Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then blend in powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy and fully combined.
    “Smooth and creamy whipped cream cheese filling in a glass bowl.”
  • Unfold one puff pastry sheet into a square, slice along the fold lines, then cut each long strip in half to create six rectangles.
  • Lightly score a border around each rectangle about ¼ inch from the edge without cutting through the pastry.
  • Spread about one tablespoon of cream cheese filling inside each bordered section, keeping the edges clear.
  • Arrange the strawberries evenly over the cream cheese layer, then brush pastry edges with egg wash and sprinkle lightly with sugar if desired.
    “Puff pastry squares on a baking tray topped with cream cheese filling and fresh sliced strawberries before baking.”
  • If the dough feels soft, refrigerate the prepared pastries briefly to ensure maximum puff during baking.
  • Bake until the pastries are puffed and lightly golden, rotating pans if needed for even browning.
  • Allow the danishes to cool slightly before transferring to a rack to reach room temperature.
  • Finish with warm strawberry jam or drizzle with vanilla glaze made by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
    Stacked baked strawberry danish pastries with flaky golden puff pastry, creamy filling, and glossy strawberry topping.

Notes

Flaky layers, creamy centers, and bright strawberry flavor make these danishes feel like a slow morning at your favorite café. Best enjoyed warm with coffee and quiet time. They reheat beautifully for a next-day treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 110g | Calories: 285kcal (14%) | Carbohydrates: 32g (11%) | Protein: 5g (10%) | Fat: 15g (23%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 48mg (16%) | Sodium: 210mg (9%) | Potassium: 125mg (4%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 16g (18%) | Vitamin A: 420IU (8%) | Vitamin C: 22mg (27%) | Calcium: 55mg (6%) | Iron: 1.6mg (9%)
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