Danish Almond Filling
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of this easy Danish Almond Filling, a versatile recipe that’s perfect for elevating your favorite pastries, Danish desserts, or baked goods. Made with finely ground blanched almonds, creamy butter, a touch of vanilla, and the option to enhance the flavor with almond extract, this filling delivers a luscious texture and an irresistible sweetness in just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether you’re making buttery croissants, flaky Danish braids, or almond-filled tarts, this homemade almond filling is the ultimate way to add a gourmet touch to your creations. Plus, it can be prepared ahead of time and stored, making it both convenient and delicious. Perfect for brunches, holiday baking, or any sweet treat, this recipe is a must-try for almond lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Blanched almonds
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 60 grams Butter
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract (optional)
Instructions
Place the blanched almonds in a food processor and pulse until they are finely ground. Be careful not to over-process, as the almonds can turn into almond butter.
In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds and granulated sugar.
Add the softened butter to the mixture and beat until it forms a uniform, slightly crumbly consistency.
Whisk the egg in a small separate bowl, then add it to the mixture. Mix until fully incorporated and the filling becomes smooth and cohesive.
Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using) for added flavor.
Use the almond filling immediately as a stuffing for pastries, Danish desserts, or other baked goods, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 424 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 950 mg | 20% | |
*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.
