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Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes

Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes: A Sweet Surprise!

Delight in the sweet flavors of Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 danishes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Thawed according to package directions.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy blending.
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar Powdered sugar optional for smoother texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 drop Red Food Coloring Optional, for festive touch.
  • 1 cup Diced Strawberries Fresh. If frozen, ensure well-thawed and drained.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tablespoon Cold Water

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Heart-shaped Cookie Cutter
  • whisk

Method
 

How to Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes
  1. Thaw Puff Pastry: Follow package directions for thawing, either at room temperature for 30-60 minutes or overnight in the fridge.
  2. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in half of the diced strawberries and optional food coloring.
  4. Shape Pastries: Roll out puff pastry to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter. Score a rim in each heart.
  5. Fill Pastries: Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each heart and top with remaining strawberries.
  6. Egg Wash: Whisk together egg and cold water. Brush edges of pastries with egg wash.
  7. Bake: Place pastries on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool & Serve: Let danishes cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve warm for an extra cozy experience. Danishes can be frozen unbaked for convenience.

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