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A beautifully arranged flaky strawberry Danish pastry with golden-brown, crispy layers topped with fresh, vibrant red strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar, styled on a rustic wooden plate with soft natural lighting highlighting the textures and colors.

Flaky Strawberry Danish and Cream Cheese Pastry

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A flaky, sweet pastry filled with smooth cream cheese and fresh strawberries, baked to golden perfection and ideal for brunch or dessert.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth out creases.
  3. Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
  4. Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
  5. Fold the edges of the pastry inward to form a border or leave it open for a free-form style.
  6. Brush the exposed edges with beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from oven, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can substitute fresh strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for variation.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy spreading.
  • For a glossy finish, brush with additional egg wash before baking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking, Pastry
  • Cuisine: Western
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg