Auntie Barbara S Yummy Easy Danish Pastry Recipe

Ingredients for Auntie Barbara S Yummy Easy Danish Pastry

• Butter
• Flour
• Water
• 1 teaspoon almond extract (or to taste)
• Eggs
• Walnuts
• Icing Sugar
• Vanilla Essence
• Warm Water

How to Make Auntie Barbara S Yummy Easy Danish Pastry

1. **Make the base:** In a bowl, combine 4 ounces (113g) unsalted butter, 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, and 2 tablespoons (30ml) cold water. Rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the water and mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
2. **Prepare the baking tray:** Spread the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet to a thickness of 5-7mm.
3. **Make the custard topping:** In a saucepan, combine 4 ounces (113g) unsalted butter and 1 cup (240ml) water. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
4. **Thicken the custard:** Remove from heat and immediately whisk in 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour at once until smooth. Continue whisking until a smooth ball forms.
5. **Add flavor and eggs:** Whisk in 1 teaspoon almond extract (or to taste) and 3 large eggs. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
6. **Assemble and bake:** Spread the custard mixture evenly over the prepared dough. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45-60 minutes, or until the pastry is light golden brown and the topping is crisp.
7. **Cool and glaze:** Let the pastry cool completely on a wire rack.
8. **Decorate:** Glaze with your favorite icing, and sprinkle with chopped nuts or other desired decorations.