Danish Recipe
Delight in the flaky texture and rich flavors of homemade Danish pastries, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk warm
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: fruit preserves or cream cheese for filling
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the yeast mixture, egg, and vanilla.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into squares and add your choice of filling in the center.
- Fold the corners to the center and pinch to seal.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 9gFiber: 1g
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