Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish

Indulge in the deliciousness of a Vegan Strawberry Cream Danish, a tasty bakery treat you can easily make at home! This delightful pastry pairs sweet strawberries with a creamy filling wrapped in flaky dough. Perfect for vegans or anyone craving a sweet dessert, this recipe guides you step-by-step to ensure your pastries come out perfectly every time.

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Ingredients

For the Danish dough:

2 cups all-purpose flour

¼ cup coconut sugar

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons active dry yeast

½ cup non-dairy milk (lukewarm)

¼ cup vegan butter, melted

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the strawberry cream filling:

1 cup fresh strawberries, diced

¼ cup coconut cream

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon cornstarch

For the glaze (optional):

½ cup powdered sugar

1-2 tablespoons non-dairy milk

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm non-dairy milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, coconut sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the melted vegan butter, frothy yeast mixture, and vanilla extract. Mix until it forms a dough.

Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until soft and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Strawberry Cream Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced strawberries, coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Gently mash with a fork to create a chunky filling, but still have some pieces of strawberries intact.

Shape the Danish: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Cut it into four squares (or more depending on desired size).

Fill the Danish: Place a generous spoonful of the strawberry cream filling in the center of each square. Fold the corners of the square towards the center and pinch to seal, forming a Danish shape.

Second Rise: Place the filled Danish on a lined baking sheet, cover them with a towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake: Bake the Danish for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.

Prepare the Glaze (optional): In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk as necessary to achieve desired consistency.

Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm Danish. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours | Servings: 4