Strawberry Danish Pastry (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 cups of strawberries, sliced.
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1 tbsp sugar.
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1 tbsp cornstarch.
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8 oz soft cream cheese.
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1/2 cup powdered sugar.
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2 sheets puff pastry.
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1 egg mixed with a splash of water.
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1 tsp vanilla.
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For the glaze: powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
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Optional: 1/4 cup strawberry jam.
# Instructions:
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Let puff pastry sit out for 30-45 minutes to soften. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sliced berries with cornstarch and sugar. Let them rest for 15 minutes.
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Whip the cream cheese until fluffy. Stir in vanilla and powdered sugar till smooth.
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Slice each pastry sheet into six rectangles. Lightly score a border on each piece, but don’t cut all the way through.
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Spread cheese mix in the middle of each piece. Add a spoonful of strawberries on top. Brush edges with egg wash and sprinkle a bit of sugar on the edges.
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If the pastry feels too soft, let it chill for 15 minutes. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
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Let them cool slightly for 5 minutes. Add warmed jam or drizzle with glaze.
# Notes:
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Keep pastry cold when handling.
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Avoid putting too much filling.
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Store in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.