Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes, a perfect treat for any occasion. These charming pastries feature a luscious cream cheese filling combined with fresh strawberries, all encased in flaky puff pastry. Ideal for brunch gatherings, romantic desserts, or just a sweet surprise for loved ones, these danishes are as fun to make as they are to eat. With an easy preparation process and stunning presentation, you’ll impress your guests and bring joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature (or dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option)
- 2 tbsp white sugar (or powdered sugar for a smoother filling)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup diced strawberries
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring if desired. Fold in the diced strawberries.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into heart shapes. Place half on the baking sheet.
- Spoon filling onto each heart and cover with another heart-shaped pastry cutout. Seal edges using a fork.
- Whisk together egg and water; brush over each danish.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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