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Strawberry Danish

Irresistible Homemade Strawberry Danish for Sweet Moments

Delight in the flakiness and rich creaminess of these Strawberry Danishes, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pastries
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 batch Homemade Danish pastry Prepare a day ahead for best results
For the Filling
  • 125 g full-fat cream cheese Use low-fat for a lighter filling
  • 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons milk Substitute with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 small lemon zest Optional but recommended
  • 1/4 cup good quality strawberry jam Can be substituted with raspberry or apricot
For the Topping
  • 12 small fresh strawberries Avoid frozen strawberries for best texture
  • 1 egg yolk egg yolk mixed with a dash of water For egg wash
  • 1 teaspoon demerara sugar Granulated sugar can be substituted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Danish Pastry by making the homemade Danish pastry a day in advance, then roll it out into a large rectangle and fold it several times. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled Danish pastry into a rectangle again. Cut it into squares of desired size, arrange on a baking sheet.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, milk, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
  4. Rinse and dry fresh strawberries, chop them into small pieces.
  5. In the center of each pastry square, place a teaspoon of strawberry jam followed by a dollop of cream cheese filling and pieces of fresh strawberries.
  6. Fold and twist each pastry square, seal them by pinching. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with demerara sugar. Bake for about 20 minutes.
  7. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your Danish pastry is well-rested and do not overwork the dough for the best texture. Fresh strawberries are preferred for optimal flavor.

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