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Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes

Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes for Sweet Moments

These Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes blend flaky pastry with creamy filling, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 danishes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Substitution: You can use two sheets of crescent roll dough.
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese To make it dairy-free, opt for a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar Using powdered sugar can create a smoother filling.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but highly recommended for depth.
  • 1 tbsp Red Food Coloring Alternatively, use a bit of strawberry jam for natural color.
  • 1 cup Diced Strawberries Always use fresh strawberries.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 tbsp Cold Water

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry brush
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Thaw Puff Pastry: Remove one sheet of puff pastry from the freezer and let it thaw for 30–60 minutes.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, white sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add food coloring if using, and stir in half of the diced strawberries.
  4. Shape Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry until about ¼ inch thick and cut out heart shapes with a cookie cutter.
  5. Fill Pastry: Spoon a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto each heart shape, topping with remaining diced strawberries.
  6. Egg Wash: Whisk together the egg and cold water. Brush the edges of each pastry heart with the egg wash.
  7. Bake: Place pastries on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat at 350°F for best texture.

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