Ingredients

4 ounces butter
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons water
4 ounces butter
1 cup water
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon almond essence
3 eggs ( whisked )
walnuts or glace cherries , for decoration
1 1/2 cups icing sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla essence ( or a little less extract )
2 tablespoons butter
1 -2 tablespoon warm water , approximately
Auntie Barbara's Yummy & Easy Danish Pastry is a perfect recipe for pastry lovers. It is an easy-to-follow recipe that will lead to a deliciously delicate and flaky pastry. The creamy and nutty filling will make anyone's taste buds dance with delight. This pastry can be served as a breakfast treat or a dessert, and it is sure to impress guests at any gathering.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.Cut the 4 ounces butter into small cubes and add to the 1 cup flour in a mixing bowl. Rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.
3.Add the 2 tablespoons of water and mix until it forms a smooth dough.
4.Wrap the dough in cling film and flatten it. Place it in the fridge for 30 minutes.
5.In the meantime, make the filling by boiling the 4 ounces butter and 1 cup water in a saucepan.
6.Add the 1 cup flour and almond essence all at once and stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball.
7.Remove the mixture from the heat and beat in the eggs one by one until the mixture becomes smooth.
8.Place the dough on a floured surface and roll it into a rectangular shape (about 25 x 40cm).
9.Spread the filling over the dough.
10.Roll the dough from the longest side and cut it into slices (about 1-2 cm thick).
11.Place the slices on a baking tray with baking paper and decorate them with walnuts or glace cherries.
12.Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
13.For the glaze, mix the icing sugar, vanilla essence, butter, and warm water together in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the warm pastries before cooling completely.

PROS

A tasty and easy-to-make pastry that is perfect for a breakfast treat or dessert.
The filling is creamy and flavorful, while the pastry is flaky and buttery.
It is also a recipe that can easily be adapted to individual tastes by adding different fillings.

CONS

This pastry can be quite heavy and high in calories due to the butter and sugar content.
It may not be suitable for individuals on a strict diet.
It also requires some time and effort to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie content, this pastry does contain some health benefits. The almonds in the filling are a good source of healthy fats and protein. They also provide fiber, calcium, and iron. However, it is important to consume this pastry in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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