How to Make Danish Almond Puff - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're on the lookout for a delectable and impressive dessert to serve at your next gathering, look no further than this Danish Almond Puff recipe. This delicious pastry is a true showstopper and is sure to wow your guests with its layers of flaky pastry, sweet almond filling, and crunchy almond topping. Whether you're hosting a brunch, afternoon tea, or dinner party, this Danish Almond Puff is the perfect sweet treat to cap off your meal.

While the name may hint at its Danish orig...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons candy sprinkles

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place 1 cup of flour in a medium bowl. Mix in butter using a fork or a pastry blender. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of water over, and stir with a fork until dough comes together. Divide into two balls. Pat dough into two long strips on an ungreased baking sheet, about 14 inches long and 3 inches wide. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of water. Bring to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of almond extract and remove from the heat. Immediately stir in 1 cup of flour until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan. Gradually stir in the eggs until well blended. Divide evenly, and spread over the two crusts on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 1 hour. Allow to cool almost to room temperature before frosting.
  • To make the frosting, mix together the confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon of almond extract and a splash of milk in a small bowl until smooth. Add more milk if necessary to make a pourable glaze. Drizzle over the Danish, and decorate with candy sprinkles if desired.
  • Nutrition

    424 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 131mg
    • Sodium: 193mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 78mg