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Delicious Strawberry Danish for Your Delightful Brunch

This Strawberry Danish features flaky layers filled with fresh strawberries and rich cream cheese, making it a delightful centerpiece for brunch or a sweet aft…

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for filling
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Prepare the dough by mixing the flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
  • Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually add cold water and stir until the dough holds together.
  • While the dough chills, prepare the strawberry filling.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
  • Fold the dough into thirds, then refrigerate again for 20 minutes.
  • Roll out the dough once more and cut into squares for shaping.
  • Add strawberry filling in the center of each square and fold over corners.
  • Brush each Danish with the beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  • Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.