Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Danishes for a Cozy Family Breakfast
These tender, flaky danishes combine golden puff pastry, creamy cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberries for a comforting breakfast treat. Perfect for busy mornings or cozy brunches, they offer warm, bakery-style indulgence with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 pastry sheet (store-bought puff pastry)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- Egg wash (1 egg with 1 tbsp water)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 6 equal rectangles.
- Place rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet with space between them.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture onto each pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Top each with sliced strawberries, gently pressing them into the filling.
- Use a fork to press the borders into a woven pattern.
- Brush the edges with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until puffed and golden.
- Cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
Use store-bought puff pastry to save time and ensure flakiness.
For a glossy touch, glaze with apricot jam mixed with water after baking.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Substitute blueberries or raspberries for seasonal variations.
For a glossy touch, glaze with apricot jam mixed with water after baking.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Substitute blueberries or raspberries for seasonal variations.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 240mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g
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