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Freshly baked raspberry Danish pastry on a rustic table

Raspberry Danish

A delightful breakfast pastry with a perfect balance of sweet and tart raspberry filling, wrapped in flaky puff pastry.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

Pastry Ingredients
  • 1 package puff pastry (thawed) Store-bought to save time.
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries Frozen raspberries can be used; drain excess liquid.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash Can be substituted with almond milk for a vegan option.
  • Powdered sugar For dusting before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle measuring about 12x16 inches.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Gently mash the raspberries while mixing but keep some whole for texture.
  4. Spread the raspberry mixture evenly across the center of the rolled-out pastry, leaving a few inches on the edges.
  5. Make cuts on each long side of the pastry, about 1 inch apart, from the edge toward the raspberry filling.
  6. Fold the strips over the filling, alternating sides to create a braided effect.
  7. Brush the top with the beaten egg.
Baking
  1. Transfer the prepared Danish onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  3. Let it cool for a moment, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

These pastries are perfect for brunch or tea time. Pair with coffee or herbal tea. For variations, consider adding lemon zest or cream cheese.

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