Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes, a sweet and visually appealing treat that combines flaky pastry with a creamy strawberry filling. These heart-shaped pastries are perfect for brunch, special occasions, or simply as a quick snack to brighten your day. Their adorable shape is ideal for celebrations, making them a great way to show someone you care. Easy to prepare and customizable with various fruit options, these danishes not only offer delicious flavors but also an impressive presentation that will surely wow your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tbsp sugar (or powdered sugar)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup diced strawberries (fresh or thawed if frozen)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut out heart shapes.
- 3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional food coloring until smooth. Fold in diced strawberries.
- 4. On half of the pastry hearts on a lined baking sheet, spoon about one tablespoon of filling. Top with another pastry heart and seal edges.
- 5. Whisk the egg with cold water and brush over each pastry.
- 6. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg