Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish
If you’re craving a light and flaky dessert with a burst of fresh fruit, these Vegan Strawberry Cream Danishes are perfect for you! Made with dairy-free cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and gluten-free puff pastry, this easy recipe is the ultimate sweet treat that everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients:
- 1–2 sheets of puff pastry (I use JusRol Vegan + Gluten-Free Puff Pastry)
- 130g of dairy-free cream cheese
- 15g of gluten-free or plain flour (depending on if you’re making them gluten-free)
- 15g of caster sugar + extra for sprinkling
- 4 tablespoons of dairy-free milk
- Fresh strawberries
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan) and line two large baking trays with greaseproof paper.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unroll the puff pastry sheet, leaving the baking paper underneath to prevent sticking. If the pastry has any wrinkles, use a rolling pin to flatten them out. Dust some plain flour on the surface if the pastry becomes too sticky.
- Cut Out Heart Shapes: Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out shapes from the puff pastry and place them onto the lined trays. Take a smaller heart-shaped cutter and gently press it into the center of each large heart to create an indentation without cutting through the pastry.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, mix the dairy-free cream cheese, flour, and caster sugar until thick and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag, or simply use a spoon, and fill the center of each pastry heart.
- Add the Strawberries: Wash and slice fresh strawberries, placing a few slices on top of the cream cheese mixture in each pastry.
- Brush and Sprinkle: Brush the edges of the pastry hearts with dairy-free milk and sprinkle extra caster sugar over the top for a golden brown finish.
- Bake: Bake the danishes for 10-15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and flaky.
- Serve: Once out of the oven, let the danishes cool slightly. For an extra touch of sweetness, dust with icing sugar and serve!
Recipe Notes:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Calories: 150 kcal per Danish
- Servings: 8 servings
Enjoy a Delicious Vegan Treat
These Vegan Strawberry Cream Danishes are an elegant yet simple dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, these flaky, fruity, and creamy delights will be a hit!
Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
This Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish is the perfect blend of flaky puff pastry, creamy dairy-free filling, and the fresh sweetness of strawberries. The pastry puffs up beautifully in the oven, creating a golden, crispy shell that contrasts with the creamy center. Topped with sliced strawberries and a dusting of sugar, these treats are not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
1–2 sheets of puff pastry (I use JusRol Vegan + Gluten-free Puff Pastry)
130g of dairy-free cream cheese
15g of gluten-free/plain flour (depending on if you are making them gluten-free)
15g of caster sugar + extra for sprinkling
4 tablespoons of dairy-free milk
Fresh strawberries
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan) and line 2 large baking trays with greaseproof paper.
Unroll the puff pastry sheet and leave the baking paper underneath to prevent sticking. Use a rolling pin to flatten out any wrinkles in the pastry. Dust some plain flour if the pastry is too sticky.
Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the shapes and place them on the lined trays. Take a smaller heart-shaped cutter and press gently in the center of the larger heart to create an indentation (don’t cut through).
In a bowl, mix together the dairy-free cream cheese, flour, and caster sugar until thick and creamy. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag (or use a spoon) and fill the center of each pastry heart.
Wash and slice the fresh strawberries, placing a few slices on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Brush the edges of the pastry hearts with dairy-free milk and sprinkle extra sugar for browning.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the pastry turns golden and flaky.
Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve with a dusting of icing sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 150