Strawberry Danish Flaky Pastry (Print)
Flaky pastry filled with cream cheese and strawberries, perfect for brunch or a sweet snack any time.
# Ingredients:
→ Pastry
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2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
→ Filling
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225 grams cream cheese, softened
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50 grams granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
→ Finish
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 190°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Unfold and roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal 10-centimetre squares.
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In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Spoon a generous portion of the cream cheese mixture onto the centre of each pastry square. Top the filling with sliced fresh strawberries.
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Fold the corners of each square over the filling, gently pressing to seal the edges. Place the filled pastries onto the prepared baking tray.
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Brush the tops of the pastries with beaten egg to ensure a glossy, golden finish.
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Bake in the centre of the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth, lump-free filling.
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For best texture, serve pastries warm or at room temperature within hours of baking.