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Heart-shaped Strawberry Cream Cheese Danishes on a white plate

Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes

Delightful heart-shaped danishes filled with creamy cheese and fresh strawberries, perfect for celebrating quiet mornings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Bakery
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pastry Ingredients

  • 1 package store-bought puff pastry Keep the pastry cold for best results.
  • 1 egg egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)

Filling Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of strawberries.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced Pat dry to avoid sogginess.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into heart shapes.
  • In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Place a dollop of the cream cheese mixture on each puff pastry heart.
  • Top with sliced strawberries.

Baking

  • Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling slightly, creating a heart shape.
  • Mix the egg and milk together, then brush the egg wash over the pastries.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Serving

  • Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your danishes warm for best texture.

Notes

For a special touch, serve with vanilla ice cream or lemon curd. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
Keyword Baking Recipe, Breakfast Treats, Cream Cheese Pastry, Heart Shaped Pastries, Strawberry Danishes
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