🍒 CHERRY ALMOND DANISH 🥐 (Absolutely delicious)
📝 INGREDIENTS:
For the Danish Dough:
1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Cherry Filling:
1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Almond Cream:
1/2 cup almond paste
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
For the Topping:
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
🔔 INSTRUCTIONS:
STEP 1: PREPARE THE CHERRY FILLING
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and the cherries are tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
STEP 2: MAKE THE ALMOND CREAM
- Blend Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond paste, softened butter, powdered sugar, egg, and almond extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
STEP 3: PREPARE THE PUFF PASTRY
- Roll Out Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Cut the pastry into squares, about 4x4 inches.
STEP 4: ASSEMBLE THE DANISH
- Fill Pastry: Place a spoonful of almond cream in the center of each pastry square. Top with a spoonful of the cherry filling. Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a diamond shape, pinching the edges to seal.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg for a golden finish. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
STEP 5: BAKE
- Bake the Danishes: Place the assembled danishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
STEP 6: SERVE
- Cool and Dust: Allow the danishes to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 8
Enjoy your Cherry Almond Danish, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert! 🍒🥐