Danish Puff

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A tender, almond-scented baked good featuring a buttery pastry base topped with rich choux cream and vanilla frosting.
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Danish Puff is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that combines the flaky texture of a shortbread crust with the airy richness of choux pastry. This unique treat features a buttery flour base topped with a smooth, almond-flavored cream that puffs up beautifully in the oven. Finished with a simple vanilla icing and crunchy toasted almonds, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Perfect for coffee breaks, family gatherings, or as a special weekend baking project, this recipe brings a taste of classic Scandinavian-inspired sweetness to your table. It’s simple enough for home cooks yet impressive enough for guests.

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Danish Puff

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 433.5

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Danish Puff is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that combines the flaky texture of a shortbread crust with the airy richness of choux pastry. This unique treat features a buttery flour base topped with a smooth, almond-flavored cream that puffs up beautifully in the oven. Finished with a simple vanilla icing and crunchy toasted almonds, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Perfect for coffee breaks, family gatherings, or as a special weekend baking project, this recipe brings a taste of classic Scandinavian-inspired sweetness to your table. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple enough for home cooks yet impressive enough for guests.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. For the pastry base, cut cold butter into flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add water gradually and mix just until the dough comes together like a pie crust.
  4. Press the dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, shaping it into two thin oblong loaves side by side.
  5. For the puff filling, combine 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir in 1 cup flour all at once.
  7. Return to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth ball that pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp almond flavoring.
  9. Beat in 4 eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth before adding the next.
  10. Spread the choux mixture evenly over the pastry base on the baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
  12. While baking, prepare the frosting by mixing 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 tsp almond flavoring, and about 2 tablespoons water until smooth but not runny.
  13. Once baked and slightly cooled, spread the frosting over the top.
  14. Garnish with slivered toasted almonds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 433.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.9g39%
Saturated Fat 15.4g77%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 194.1mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g16%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 6.3g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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