Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cream Cheese Heart Danishes, a perfect blend of flaky pastry and creamy filling that’s ideal for any occasion. These charming heart-shaped treats are filled with rich cream cheese and fresh strawberries, making them not only delicious but visually appealing as well. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a special event, or simply treating yourself, these danishes will impress everyone at the table. Plus, with the use of store-bought puff pastry, they’re quick and easy to whip up! Customize them with your favorite fruits for a personal touch, and enjoy their delightful flavors accompanied by a warm cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Red food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced strawberries
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in diced strawberries.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick; cut into heart shapes.
- Place half the hearts on the baking sheet, fill each with the cream cheese mixture, and top with another heart shape. Seal edges with a fork after brushing with egg wash.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg