Easy fruit filled pastry heart cookies –Hey y’all, today we’re whipping up something that’s gonna have your taste buds singing! This Cherry Danish with Puff Pastry is the perfect treat to impress your friends or just to enjoy on a cozy afternoon. So, grab your aprons and let’s get into the kitchen for some fun!
Cherry Danish with Puff Pastry
This recipe is easy, delicious, and all about that sweet cherry goodness wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Trust me, once you take a bite, you’ll be hooked!
Ingredients
- 1 package of frozen puff pastry (2 sheets)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). While that’s heating up, let’s get the cherry filling going!
- In a medium bowl, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Mix them together gently until the cherries are thoroughly coated. Set this aside while you work on the pastry.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a well-floured surface. Cut each sheet into squares, about 4 inches by 4 inches.
- Take a spoonful of the cherry filling and place it in the center of each pastry square. Be careful not to overfill them!
- Fold the corners of the square over the filling to create a little pocket and pinch the edges to seal. You can also use a fork to press down the edges for a pretty finish.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the tops of each Danish for that shiny, golden crust.
- Place the filled Danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake them in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until they are puffed and golden brown.
- Once they’re out of the oven, let them cool for a bit and then dust them with some powdered sugar for that sweet touch.
And there you go! Fresh, warm Cherry Danishes that are easy to make and absolutely divine. Perfect for brunch or just when you want to treat yourself. Dig in and enjoy every flaky, cherry-filled bite!