Ingredients for Auntie Barbara's Yummy Easy Danish Pastry
- 8 ounces (226g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons (270ml) water
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 large eggs
- Chopped walnuts, as needed for sprinkling
- Icing sugar, as needed for glaze
- Vanilla essence (not specified in recipe)
- Warm water (not specified in recipe)
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How to Make Auntie Barbara's Yummy Easy Danish Pastry
- **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.
- **Prepare the baking tray:** Spread the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet to a thickness of 5-7mm.
- **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.
- **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.
- **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.
- **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.
- **Cool and glaze:** Let the pastry cool completely on a wire rack.
- **Decorate:** Glaze with your favorite icing, and sprinkle with chopped nuts or other desired decorations.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
71g
Fat
68g
Carbs
12g
