Description
Create delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes with this straightforward guide. Enjoy flaky pastry, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries for a perfect treat.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- For optional egg wash: 1 egg + 1 tbsp water
- For glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1-2 tbsp milk/water/lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unfold thawed pastry, roll slightly to 10×12 inches, then cut into 8 equal rectangles (about 2.5×6 inches each). Follow the instructions above for forming the heart shape. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 2. Mix the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
- 3. Assemble the Heart Shapes: Gently press down the center of each heart-shaped pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border to create a well.
- 4. Add Filling & Strawberry Topping: Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling into each well, then arrange sliced strawberries on top.
- 5. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush pastry edges with egg wash (optional). Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden.
- 6. Glaze: Whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons liquid for glaze. Drizzle over slightly cooled danishes.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins