Dairy-Free Cherry Danish
Indulge in the irresistible flakiness of this Dairy-Free Cherry Danish, a delightful twist on a classic pastry that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. Made with a silky almond milk-infused dough, dairy-free margarine, and a luscious center of tart cherry preserves, this recipe proves that indulgence can be dairy-free and still decadently delicious. The layered folding technique creates beautifully airy spirals, while the drizzle of sweet powdered sugar glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just over an hour, these vegan-friendly Danishes are light, golden, and packed with flavor—ideal for impressing guests or savoring alongside your favorite cup of coffee. Perfect for those seeking dairy-free baked goods or a crowd-pleasing treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 120 milliliters Almond milk
- 100 grams Dairy-free margarine
- 1 unit Egg substitute (such as flax egg for vegan or similar)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 150 grams Tart cherry preserves
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a small saucepan, gently heat the almond milk until it is just warm to the touch, about 40°C (104°F). Be careful not to overheat it.
Add the warm almond milk, 50 grams of melted dairy-free margarine, egg substitute, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix to form a soft and slightly sticky dough.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to a rectangle approximately 30x20cm (12x8 inches).
Spread the remaining dairy-free margarine (softened) evenly over the top of the dough rectangle.
Fold the dough into thirds like folding a letter, then roll it out again to the same size. Repeat the folding and rolling process once more.
After folding, cut the dough into 8 equal strips. Twist each strip into a spiral and shape it into a circle, pinching the ends together to form a ring. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of tart cherry preserves in the center of each dough ring.
Cover the prepared Danishes with a kitchen towel and let them rest for 20 minutes while you preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
While the Danishes are cooling, make the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and water in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Danishes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.3 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3122 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 402.9 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 183.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 296 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 663 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
