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Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes

Sweet Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes You'll Adore

Indulge in these delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes, where flaky puff pastry meets a sweet, tangy filling. Perfect for brunch or dessert!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Substitute with crescent roll dough if necessary.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Room temperature; can substitute with dairy-free cream cheese.
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar Powdered sugar can be used for a smoother texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 drops Red Food Coloring Optional; can be replaced with a spoonful of strawberry jam.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Diced Strawberries Frozen strawberries must be thawed and drained.
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash.
  • 1 tablespoon Cold Water For mixing with the egg.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • heart-shaped cutter
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw two sheets of puff pastry at room temperature for 30-60 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, white sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add red food coloring and fold in half of the diced strawberries.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut out heart shapes with a cutter. Lightly press down the edges to form a rim.
  4. Fill each heart with 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling and top with remaining diced strawberries.
  5. Whisk together one egg and cold water to create an egg wash. Brush the edges of each pastry heart with the mixture.
  6. Bake the danishes on the prepared baking sheet for 12-15 minutes or until golden-brown. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even browning.
  7. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Optionally dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure puff pastry stays cold until ready to bake for the best texture. Use room-temperature cream cheese for easier blending.

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