Description
Danish almond puff weaves Nordic comfort into a delicate pastry dance of buttery layers and sweet almond essence. Crisp, golden edges and rich flavors invite bakers to savor a slice of Scandinavian culinary magic.
Ingredients
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Pastry Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons water
Puff Layer:
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Topping and Finishing:
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Prepare the base by cutting cold butter into flour, creating a crumbly texture. Add water to form a cohesive dough, then divide and shape into two long, thin rectangles directly on an ungreased baking sheet.
- In a saucepan, rapidly boil water and butter together. Remove from heat and swiftly incorporate flour and almond extract, stirring until the mixture transforms into a compact ball. Integrate eggs individually, whisking until the batter becomes glossy and uniform.
- Carefully spread the egg-based mixture over the prepared dough rectangles, ensuring even coverage. Transfer to a preheated 350°F oven and bake for approximately 55 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and crisp edges.
- Allow the pastry to cool completely at room temperature. Create a smooth glaze by blending confectioners’ sugar with milk and almond extract. Generously drizzle the glaze across the surface and garnish with delicate sliced almonds for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Chill butter beforehand for easier cutting into flour, creating a more delicate pastry texture.
- Use room temperature eggs to ensure smooth incorporation into the choux pastry layer.
- Ensure even spreading of egg mixture for consistent baking and golden-brown coloration.
- Experiment with different extract flavors like vanilla or orange for unique taste variations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Danish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 83 mg