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Classic Danish Pastry with Custard
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Classic Danish Pastry with Custard

A traditional Danish pastry filled with a rich and creamy custard, perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or dessert. This classic pastry is made with layers of flaky dough and a smooth custard filling, topped with a sweet glaze. The combination of textures and flavors creates a delicious and indulgent treat that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. To make this pastry, you will need to create the dough from scratch, fill it with a homemade custard, and top it with a sweet glaze. With a little patience and practice, you can create a beautiful and delicious Danish pastry that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Time Cook
45
Level
Intermediate
Calories
420
Allergens
Eggs, Dairy, Gluten

Ingredients

2 cups
All-purpose flour
100 Calories
1 cup
Sugar
50 Calories
1/2 cup
Unsalted butter
100 Calories
2 large
Eggs
140 Calories
1 cup
Milk
50 Calories
1 tablespoon
Custard powder
10 Calories
1/2 teaspoon
Vanilla extract
5 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add the custard powder and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
3
Roll out the pastry dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Place the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread the custard filling evenly over the center of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
4
Fold the edges of the pastry up over the filling, pressing gently to seal. Brush the pastry with a little bit of milk and sprinkle with sugar.
5
Bake the pastry in a preheated oven at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow the pastry to cool for a few minutes before serving.

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