My photo to follow. Made but were eaten before I managed a photo. Very sweet and mine needed another go to look like the recipe photos :)
This scrumptious Strawberry Danish recipe is bakery-level perfection – made easy at home! Buttery puff pastry is filled with a creamy, cream cheese filling, topped with strawberry jam and baked to perfection. A sweet glaze and fresh strawberries finish off this show-stopping pastry that is a lovely addition to any occasion!
Lay out a sheet of puff pastry in front of you, gently roll it out to remove the creases. Cut the sheet lengthways into strips one inch thick. Repeat with the second sheet.
17.25 ounces puff pastry
Pick a strip up with one end in each hand. Twist opposite ways to form a loose ribbon then place one end of the strip in front of you to act as the center point of the pastry and lightly coil the strip around it so you have a round shape. Repeat with the remaining strips of pastry.
Transfer the pastry rounds on to two baking sheets leaving a small amount of space in-between.
Put the baking sheets into the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 400°F
Remove the chilled pastry from the refrigerator. Use your thumb to press a groove into the center of each pastry then prick it with a fork.
Egg wash the pastry avoiding the very center. Add half a teaspoon of jam to the center of each pastry.
1 large egg,16 teaspoons strawberry jam
Next, add one scant tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture on top of the jam. Add another half teaspoon of jam on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 minutes or until the pastry has puffed up and is golden brown then remove from the oven.
Glaze
In a large mixing bowl, add the powdered sugar, milk or cream and vanilla extract. Beat until completely smooth. The glaze should be runny enough to pour. If it is too thick add a little more milk or cream, if it’s too thin add a little more powdered sugar.
1 cup powdered sugar,2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream,½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Add the sliced strawberries to the top of each danish pastry.
16 strawberries
Pour the glaze over the top. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
Make ahead: You can shape the pastries and store them (unbaked) in the fridge, covered, for up to 24 hours.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Freeze unbaked pastries on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes.
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