Delicious Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes for Brunch

These delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes are an easy and impressive treat perfect for brunch or Valentine's Day.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 8 danishes

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: French

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

1 package Puff Pastry Two sheets of crescent roll dough can work in a pinch.
1 large Egg For egg wash.
1 tablespoon Cold Water For egg wash.

For the Filling

8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan option.
1/4 cup White Sugar Powdered sugar for a smoother texture is an option.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 drop Red Food Coloring Optional for aesthetic appeal.
1 cup Diced Strawberries Fresh or thawed, drained frozen strawberries.

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Pastry Brush
cookie cutter
Baking sheet
Parchment Paper

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Thaw puff pastry according to package instructions.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, white sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut out heart shapes.
Fill each heart shape with 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese filling and top with diced strawberries.
Whisk together egg and cold water for egg wash, and brush edges of pastries.
Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Best enjoyed the same day they are baked. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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