Yuletide Danish Pastry

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 20
Yuletide Danish Pastry with Almonds and Oats
in Bakery

Prep

30 min

Cook

15-20 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup softened butter
2 cups lukewarm milk
2 tablespoons yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup warm water
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
8 cups flour
1 cup milk
1 egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup oats
2 teaspoons almond extract
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup powdered sugar
2 -3 tablespoons milk or 2 -3 tablespoons cream
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 - 1/2 cup slivered almonds or 1/4-1/2 cup sliced almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
358
Sugar
21g
Fat
16g
Yuletide Danish Pastry is a classic holiday treat that is sure to impress. This pastry has a light and flaky texture with a filling of almond and oats that add a delicious nutty flavor and chewy texture. Whether you are serving this pastry for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, it is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. This recipe makes 24 servings, which is great for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the softened butter, lukewarm milk, yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2.Add 3/4 cup sugar, salt, eggs, and 8 cups of flour. Mix well.
3.Knead the dough until smooth. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
4.In a small saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of milk, egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/3 cup sugar, and 2 tablespoons of flour over low heat until thickened.
5.In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup of butter, 3/4 cup of sugar, oats, 2 teaspoons of almond extract, and 1/2 cup of flour.
6.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7.Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch in thickness.
8.Spread the milk mixture over the dough. Sprinkle the almond mixture evenly over the top.
9.Roll up the dough tightly, tucking in the sides.
10.Slice the roll into 24 equal pieces.
11.Place the slices on a greased baking pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
12.In a bowl, mix 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of milk or cream, and 1 teaspoon of almond extract.
13.Drizzle the glaze over the warm Danish pastry and sprinkle slivered or sliced almonds on top.
14.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Delicious and festive pastry for the holiday season.
Great for sharing with family and friends.
The almond and oat filling adds a nice crunch and flavor to the pastry.
Can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

CONS

Can be time-consuming and requires some effort to make.
May not be suitable for those with allergies to nuts or oats.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Yuletide Danish Pastry is a tasty treat, it is not exactly a health food. It is high in calories, sugar, and fat. However, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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