Strawberry Danish
A delightful pastry filled with juicy strawberries and a hint of vanilla, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Pastry Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry Flaky, buttery dough
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped Juicy and aromatic
- 1/4 cup sugar Enhances the strawberries' sweetness
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Thickener for the filling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor
- 1 egg for egg wash For a glossy finish
- as needed powdered sugar for dusting Final touch for sweetness and presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the pastry into 4-inch squares.
- In a bowl, mix together the strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla until well-coated.
- Place a spoonful of the strawberry mixture in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the corners over the filling to create a pinwheel shape.
- Brush the tops with egg wash.
Baking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let them cool for a few minutes and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh strawberries and don’t skip the egg wash for that bakery-quality finish. Keep a close eye on the pastries while baking to prevent burning.