11 Easy Steps to Make the Perfect Strawberry Danish at Home
Learn how to make a classic Strawberry Danish with puff pastry, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries in just 11 simple steps. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
Pastry:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
- 1 egg yolk beaten
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Filling:
- 8 ounces(225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface into a 12x16-inch rectangle.
- Score a 1-inch border around the pastry edges and brush with beaten egg yolk.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Spread the cream cheese filling within the inner part of the scored area.
- Add strawberry jam on top of the cream cheese layer, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Fold over the edges of the pastry to create a frame and seal the corners.
- Brush folded edges with more egg yolk and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Meanwhile, mix sliced strawberries with powdered sugar and lemon juice. Top the cooled Danish with this mixture and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1 tsp almond extract to the cream cheese filling.
- You can swap strawberries for raspberries, blueberries, or a berry mix.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat slightly before serving for best texture.