Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish 

Here’s a delightful recipe for Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish! 🍓🍓🍓 It’s a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack.

Ingredients:

For the Pastry:

  • 1 package (8 oz) of cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam or fresh strawberry slices

For the Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Fresh strawberry slices
  • Mint leaves

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

2. Assemble the Danish:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the crescent roll dough or puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. If using crescent rolls, press the seams together to form a continuous sheet of dough.
  3. Cut the dough into 6 or 8 squares (depending on how large you want your Danish pastries).
  4. In the center of each square, spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture and spread it slightly.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon of strawberry jam on top of the cream cheese or place a few fresh strawberry slices.
  6. Fold the corners of the dough towards the center, pressing lightly to hold them in place.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the Danish is golden brown and puffy.

3. Prepare the Glaze:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the warm Danish pastries.

4. Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or mint leaves if desired.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy your Strawberry Cream Cheese Danish with a cup of coffee or tea! These pastries are light, flaky, and bursting with the delicious flavors of cream cheese and strawberries. 🍓✨

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