Danish Almond Puff
250kcal
Ingredients
For the Pastry
- 1 cup all-purpose flour this forms the base for your flaky pastry.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed; essential for perfect flakiness.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness to the dough.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances all the flavors in your puff.
- 1/4 cup cold water helps bring the dough together.
For the Almond Filling
- 1/2 cup almond paste provides that rich almond flavor.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar balances the natural sweetness.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened for creamy texture.
- 1 large egg acts as a binder.
- 1 teaspoon almond extract amplifies the almond flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract adds depth to the flavor.
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds offers crunch and nutty flavor.
- 1 cup powdered sugar for sweet glaze.
- 2–3 tablespoons milk adjusts glaze consistency.
Method
How to Make Danish Almond Puff
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine flour, cold butter, granulated sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl, mixing until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add cold water gradually, mixing until the dough comes together. Form it into a rectangle, wrap it, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Mix almond paste, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Transfer the rolled dough to the prepared baking sheet. Score a border around the edges about 1 inch in.
- Spread the almond filling evenly within the scored border and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and filling is set.
- Cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth for the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled almond puff.
- Slice into squares or triangles and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories250kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein3gFat14gSaturated Fat8gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat5gCholesterol30mgSodium150mgPotassium100mgFiber1gSugar12gVitamin A350IUCalcium20mgIron1mg
Notes
Serve with a dusting of extra powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Ensure cold butter is used for flakiness; avoid warm butter.