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Cream Cheese Strawberry Danish

Irresistible Cream Cheese Strawberry Danish for Brunch Bliss

Enjoy the delightful layers of pastry, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries in this irresistible Cream Cheese Strawberry Danish.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Danish Pastry
  • 1 batch Danish pastry Use homemade or pre-made
Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened; mascarpone or ricotta can be used
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative
  • 2 tbsp Milk Whole or skim
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest Optional
Fruity Layer
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry jam Can substitute with another berry jam
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries Can replace with other berries
Assembly and Topping
  • 1 large Egg yolk For egg wash; can omit for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Demerara sugar For sprinkling on top; can use regular sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cream Cheese Strawberry Danish
  1. Prepare the dough by blending flour, butter, and other ingredients. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
  2. Roll out chilled dough into a rectangle (30x40cm), and cut into 12 large or 20 smaller squares.
  3. Mix cream cheese, sugar, milk, and lemon zest until smooth to prepare the filling.
  4. Place a spoonful of strawberry jam and cream cheese filling on each dough square, topped with chopped strawberries.
  5. Fold corners over the filling, brush with egg wash and sprinkle with demerara sugar. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
  6. Cool on a wire rack for a few minutes and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is chilled and avoid overworking the dough. Serve warm with powdered sugar or icing.

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