Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, (thawed according to package directions)
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, (softened)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest, (optional, but recommended)
- 2 cups (332 g) fresh strawberries, (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 large egg, (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon water
- Confectioners’ sugar, (for dusting)
- Strawberry Jam or Jelly, (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, lay out the thawed puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into 6 equal rectangles, for a total of 12 pastries.
- Arrange the rectangles on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring there is about 1 inch of space between each.
- Using a fork, gently poke holes in the center of each rectangle, being careful not to pierce the edges.
- In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Add lemon zest if desired and set aside.
- In another small bowl, combine the strawberries with sugar and cornstarch. Let sit for 5 minutes and gently drain excess liquid.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry square.
- Layer the strawberries evenly over the cream cheese mixture in each pastry.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water and brush the egg wash around the edges of each pastry for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until the pastries are puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
- Optionally, dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving and brush warmed strawberry jam over the topping for extra shine.
Notes
Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed for easy handling.
For best results, use fresh strawberries when in season for maximum flavor.
Dust with confectioners’ sugar right before serving for a beautiful presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.