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Raspberry Heart Danishes

Sally Thompson
Looking for the perfect pastry that’s as pretty as it is delicious? These Raspberry Heart Danishes are exactly what your weekend brunch or Valentine’s Day breakfast needs. Flaky, golden puff pastry is shaped into adorable hearts and filled with sweet, tart raspberry jam — then topped with a light drizzle of icing. This easy recipe delivers bakery-quality results with minimal effort, making it a great addition to your collection of breakfast ideas, easy desserts, and food gifts. Whether you need a quick breakfast treat, a romantic dessert, or something creative for the kids, these danishes are a must-try!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 danishes
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed but chilled
  • 1/3 cup raspberry jam or preserves seedless preferred
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon milk or cream
  • granulated sugar optional for sprinkling
  • fresh raspberries optional for garnish
  • flour for dusting surface

Instructions
 

  • 1. Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Unfold the puff pastry and gently roll it out to even thickness, about 1/8 inch.
  • 2. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut an even number of hearts. Half will be the bases; the other half will form the borders. Cut smaller hearts out of the top halves to make frames.
  • 3. Place base hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the edges with water, then gently press a heart outline on top of each.
  • 4. Spoon 1 teaspoon of raspberry jam into each heart center, spreading lightly but not overflowing.
  • 5. In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon water. Brush edges of each Danish with the egg wash and sprinkle with granulated sugar if desired.
  • 6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  • 7. Let cool for 5–10 minutes. Mix powdered sugar and milk in a bowl for glaze. Drizzle icing over the danishes.
  • 8. Garnish with fresh raspberries and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Always keep puff pastry chilled before baking to ensure crisp and flaky layers.
Don’t overfill with jam — a little goes a long way and prevents overflow.
Use seedless raspberry jam for a smoother texture and cleaner appearance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1danishCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 135mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
Keyword breakfast ideas, easy recipe, puff pastry, raspberry dessert, Valentine's Day
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