vegan strawberry danish. The words alone conjure up images of golden flaky pastry, sweet creamy filling, and juicy red strawberries glistening in the morning sun. This isn't just a recipe; it's a memory of Sunday mornings spent baking with my grandmother, the aroma filling our home with warmth and love. Nothing beats the taste of a freshly baked vegan strawberry danish, and I'm so excited to share this updated plant based version of our family recipe with you.
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Why You Will Love This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
This vegan strawberry danish recipe is pure comfort food, elevated. The flaky pastry melts in your mouth, followed by the creamy, subtly sweet filling and the burst of fresh strawberry flavor. What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. You don't need to be a pastry chef to create a bakery worthy treat. Plus, it's completely vegan, making it a guilt free indulgence for everyone to enjoy.
These pastries are incredibly easy to make. The whole process is beginner friendly. The rich flavors will leave you yearning for more. This vegan cream pastry danish is the perfect treat.
Ingredients Needed for This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
Here's what you'll need to create these delectable vegan strawberry danishes:
For the Dough:
- 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened plant based milk, lukewarm
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (60g) vegan butter, melted
- 3 cups (360g) all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
For the Vegan Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 ounces (225g) vegan cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon plant based milk
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Glaze (optional):
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2 3 tablespoons plant based milk
How to Make This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
Follow these simple steps to bake your own vegan strawberry danishes:
Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the lukewarm plant based milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add the melted vegan butter, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened vegan cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Strawberries: In a separate bowl, gently toss the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes to macerate. This draws out the juices and enhances the flavor.
Assemble the Danishes: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a large rectangle, about 12×18 inches.
Cut the rectangle into 12 equal sized squares.
Place the squares onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down the center of each square to create a shallow well.
Fill each well with a generous spoonful of the vegan cream cheese filling.
Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the filling.
Bake: Bake for 18 20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown.
Glaze (optional): While the danishes are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled danishes.
Enjoy your delicious vegan strawberry danishes!
How to Serve This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
These vegan strawberry danishes are best served warm, fresh from the oven. Pair them with a cup of coffee, tea, or even a glass of cold plant based milk. For an extra touch of indulgence, sprinkle with powdered sugar or add a dollop of vegan whipped cream. They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon treat. You can also add a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream.
How to Store This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
To store leftover vegan strawberry danishes, let them cool completely. Then, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the unglazed danishes for up to 2 months. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer safe bag or container. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 10 minutes, or until warmed through. If frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
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Tips to Make This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
- Make sure the plant based milk is lukewarm, not hot, when adding the yeast. Hot milk can kill the yeast.
- Don't over knead the dough. Over kneading can result in a tough pastry.
- Be gentle when handling the dough to retain the flakiness.
- If the strawberries are very juicy, you can drain some of the excess juice before adding them to the danishes. This will prevent the pastries from becoming soggy.
- For a richer flavor, use full fat vegan cream cheese.
Helpful Notes for This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
- You can use any type of strawberry you like for this recipe. If using frozen strawberries, thaw them completely and drain them well.
- If you don't have vegan cream cheese, you can substitute it with a cashew cream filling.
- Feel free to experiment with different flavors. You can add lemon zest, almond extract, or even a pinch of cinnamon to the filling or dough.
- For an extra touch of elegance, dust the cooled danishes with powdered sugar before serving.
Variation of This vegan strawberry danish Recipe
- Seasonal Twists: Use other seasonal fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or peaches in place of strawberries.
- Chocolate Vegan Strawberry Danish: Add chocolate chips to the cream cheese filling or drizzle melted vegan chocolate over the cooled danishes.
- Almond Danish: Add almond extract to the cream cheese filling and top with sliced almonds before baking.
- Vegan cream pastry can be customized with different shapes and filling. Making them a great party food.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a vegan strawberry danish made of?
A vegan strawberry danish typically consists of a flaky pastry dough made without animal products, a creamy filling made from plant-based ingredients like cashews or coconut cream, and fresh strawberries. The dough often uses vegan butter alternatives.
How do you make the cream filling for a vegan danish?
The cream filling for a vegan danish can be made using soaked cashews blended into a smooth cream or a coconut cream base. Sweeteners like maple syrup or agave and flavorings like vanilla extract are often added.
Can I make vegan strawberry danishes ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough and cream filling for vegan strawberry danishes in advance. Assemble and bake the danishes closer to serving time for the best texture, or freeze baked danishes for longer storage.
What temperature should I bake vegan strawberry danishes at?
Vegan strawberry danishes are typically baked at around 375°F (190°C) to 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set. Adjust baking time as needed based on your oven.
Conclusion
There you have it—an easy and delicious vegan strawberry danish recipe to brighten up your day. This recipe is a beautiful blend of flavors and textures that’s sure to impress everyone. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a delicious batch of vegan strawberry danish pastries. They’re perfect whenever you’re craving a sweet and creamy treat.
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Vegan Strawberry Danish: The BEST Easy Cream Pastry!
Flaky vegan strawberry danish pastries filled with creamy vegan cream cheese and topped with fresh strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Yield: 12 pastries
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Nutrition:
Protein: 4g
Carbs: 40g
Fat: 12g
Ingredients
- For the Dough:\n1 cup (240ml) unsweetened plant based milk, lukewarm\n2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast\n1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar\n1/2 teaspoon salt\n1/4 cup (60g) vegan butter, melted\n3 cups (360g) all purpose flour, plus more for dusting\n\nFor the Vegan Cream Cheese Filling:\n8 ounces (225g) vegan cream cheese, softened\n1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar\n1 teaspoon vanilla extract\n1 tablespoon plant based milk\n\nFor the Strawberry Topping:\n1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced\n2 tablespoons granulated sugar\n1 tablespoon lemon juice\n\nFor the Glaze (optional):\n1 cup (120g) powdered sugar\n2 3 tablespoons plant based milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the lukewarm plant based milk, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.\nAdd the melted vegan butter, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.\nTurn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.\nPlace the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.\nMake the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened vegan cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.\nPrepare the Strawberries: In a separate bowl, gently toss the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.\nAssemble the Danishes: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.\nPunch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough into a large rectangle, about 12×18 inches.\nCut the rectangle into 12 equal sized squares.\nPlace the squares onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down the center of each square to create a shallow well.\nFill each well with a generous spoonful of the vegan cream cheese filling.\nArrange the sliced strawberries on top of the filling.\nBake: Bake for 18 20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown.\nGlaze (optional): While the danishes are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled danishes.\nEnjoy your delicious vegan strawberry danishes!
Notes
- Make sure the plant based milk is lukewarm, not hot, when adding the yeast. Hot milk can kill the yeast.\nDon’t over knead the dough. Over kneading can result in a tough pastry.\nBe gentle when handling the dough to retain the flakiness.\nIf the strawberries are very juicy, you can drain some of the excess juice before adding them to the danishes. This will prevent the pastries from becoming soggy.