Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup strawberry jam
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into heart shapes.
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In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on each pastry heart.
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Top with a teaspoon of strawberry jam on each danish.
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Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to create a golden finish.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
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Let the danishes cool before serving.
Notes
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Store leftover danishes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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For extra sweetness, drizzle a glaze made of powdered sugar and milk over the danishes after they’ve cooled.
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If using a different jam, consider raspberry, blueberry, or apricot for unique flavor twists.
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You can freeze the assembled danishes for up to 1 month before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Holiday Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, French
- Diet: Vegetarian
