Strawberry Danish Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cups sliced strawberries
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 8 oz. (226 g) cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed
• 1 large egg lightly beaten with 1 teaspoon water
• 2 – 3 tablespoons sugar for topping, optional
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) strawberry jam, optional for topping
• 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 – 3 tablespoons (30 – 45 ml) milk

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep the Strawberries: In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries, cornstarch, and sugar. Set aside.

2. 2

   Prepare Cream Cheese Filling: In another bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Set aside.

3. 3

   Assemble the Danish: Roll out puff pastry sheets, spread cream cheese filling, top with prepared strawberries, fold edges, and brush with egg wash.

4. 4

   Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.

5. 5

   Prepare Toppings: Mix strawberry jam, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk for glaze.

6. 6

   Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the baked Danish and enjoy!