Preparation Steps

• For the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• For the cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches. Cut the rectangle into 8 equal squares.
• Place each square on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese filling into the center of each square. Leave a border around the edges.
• Gently fold the corners of each square towards the center, overlapping slightly, to create a Danish shape.
• For the egg wash: Whisk together the egg and milk/water. Brush the exposed edges of the dough with the egg wash.
• Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
• While the danishes are still warm, spread a thin layer of strawberry jam over the cream cheese filling. Top with sliced strawberries.
• Let cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with additional jam if desired.