Easy Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Strawberry Filling
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4 cups sliced strawberries
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 tablespoon sugar
→ Cream Cheese Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ 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)
→ Toppings
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¼ cup strawberry jam (optional)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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2-3 tablespoons milk
# Instructions:
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Thaw puff pastry at room temperature for 30-45 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Mix sliced strawberries with sugar and cornstarch in a bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.
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Beat room temperature cream cheese until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Cut each puff pastry sheet into 6 rectangles. Score a border ¼ inch from edges. Spread cream cheese filling and arrange strawberries in center.
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Brush edges with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar if desired. Chill for 15-20 minutes if needed. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
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Cool for 5 minutes. Top with warm strawberry jam or make vanilla glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
# Notes:
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Can be stored in fridge for 2-3 days
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Best served warm
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Can be made without cream cheese filling