Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish: A Delightful Plant-Based Pastry Recipe

Indulging in a delicious pastry doesn’t have to come at the cost of your dietary choices. This Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish offers a mouthwatering experience that caters to both vegan and gluten-free lifestyles. With flaky puff pastry, creamy dairy-free cheese, and sweet, fresh strawberries, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish

• Vegan and Gluten-Free: Perfect for those with dietary restrictions.
• Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
• Delicious and Versatile: Enjoy it as breakfast, a snack, or dessert.

Ingredients Breakdown

Puff Pastry

• 1–2 sheets of puff pastry (JusRol Vegan + Gluten-free Puff Pastry recommended)

Cream Cheese Filling

• 130g of dairy-free cream cheese
• 15g of gluten-free/plain flour
• 15g of caster sugar + extra for sprinkling
• 4 tablespoons of dairy-free milk

Topping

• Fresh strawberries

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Puff Pastry

• Preheat oven to 180°C fan.
• Line 2 large baking trays with greaseproof paper.
• Unroll pastry sheet, leaving the baking paper underneath.
• Use a rolling pin to flatten out wrinkles.
• Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.

2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling

• In a bowl, mix cream cheese, flour, and sugar.
• Transfer to a piping bag or spoon onto pastry.

3. Assemble the Danish

• Place strawberry slices on cream cheese.
• Brush edges with dairy-free milk.
• Sprinkle sugar on edges.

4. Bake the Danish

• Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden and flaky.
• Allow to cool slightly and serve with icing sugar.

Tips for the Perfect Danish

• Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
• Don’t skip the milk brushing for that golden finish.
• Adjust sugar to taste for a less sweet version.

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