Easy Fresh Strawberry Danish Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Strawberry Mix
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4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 tablespoon sugar
→ For the Cream Cheese Filling
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8 oz (226g) cream cheese, room temperature
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1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For the Pastry
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2 puff pastry sheets, thawed
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1 large egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water
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2-3 tablespoons sugar for topping (optional)
→ For the Glaze
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1/4 cup strawberry jam (optional)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2-3 tablespoons milk
# Instructions:
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Let your puff pastry thaw for about 30-45 minutes at room temperature. Heat your oven to 400°F and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Mix your sliced strawberries with sugar and cornstarch in a bowl. Let them hang out for 15 minutes to get juicy.
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Beat your room temperature cream cheese until it's smooth, then mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla until everything's well combined.
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Cut each puff pastry sheet into 6 rectangles. Score a border about 1/4 inch from the edges, spread cream cheese filling in the middle, and top with your strawberries. Brush the edges with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar if you like.
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Pop them in the oven for 20-25 minutes until they're golden brown. If your pastry got warm while preparing, chill them for 15-20 minutes before baking for extra puffiness.
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Let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then move to a rack. Top with warm strawberry jam or make a quick vanilla glaze with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to drizzle over top.
# Notes:
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These taste best warm or at room temperature within 2-3 hours of baking
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Chill the assembled danishes before baking if the pastry gets too warm
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You can store leftovers in the fridge for 2-3 days