Creating your own Strawberry Danish (with Cream Cheese) is both fun and rewarding. Follow these precise steps to ensure success:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into four equal squares.
3. Make Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble Danish: Place a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square. Top with a few sliced strawberries.
5. Fold Pastry: Fold the edges of each square toward the center, pinching them together to seal. You can also create a crisscross pattern with the pastry for a decorative touch.
6. Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pastry with the beaten egg to create a golden color while baking.
7. Bake: Place the assembled pastries on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
8. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool for 10-15 minutes.
9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Before serving, you can dust the pastries with powdered sugar for added sweetness and a beautiful presentation.

These simple steps will guide you in creating strawberry danishes that are both beautiful and delicious.