Introduction
Danish pastries are a delicious and flaky pastry that originated in Denmark. They are usually made with buttery dough and filled with a variety of sweet or savory fillings. In this recipe, we will be making a classic sweet Danish pastry with a raspberry filling.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour- 1/4 cup granulated sugar- 1/2 tsp salt- 1 tsp active dry yeast- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed- 2 large eggs, room temperature- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed- 1 cup raspberry jam- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. 2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk and eggs. 3. Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms. 4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic. 5. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. 6. Using a pastry cutter or sharp knife, cut the butter into small cubes and scatter them over the dough.
7. Fold the dough in thirds, like a letter, and then turn it 90 degrees. 8. Roll the dough out into a rectangle again and repeat the folding process two more times. 9. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight. 10. Preheat your oven to 400°F. 11. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle again, about 1/4 inch thick. 12. Spread the raspberry jam over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
13. Roll the dough up tightly, starting at the long edge, and then slice it into 1 inch pieces. 14. Place the slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown. 15. Dust the pastries with powdered sugar before serving.
Conclusion
These sweet raspberry Danish pastries are sure to impress your friends and family. The flaky, buttery pastry pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy raspberry filling. Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
