Danish Crunch
Indulge in the buttery, caramelized perfection of Danish Crunch, a delightful pastry that combines a flaky, golden crust with a rich almond topping. This easy-to-make recipe features a homemade dough made from all-purpose flour and cold butter, creating a tender base that pairs beautifully with the sweet, nutty crunch of slivered almonds, brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, this versatile treat is ideal for brunch, dessert, or an afternoon coffee break. With simple ingredients and an elegant finish, Danish Crunch will quickly become a favorite for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Cold water
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 1 cup Slivered almonds
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients.
Mix the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix just until the dough comes together.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle around 12x6 inches.
Place the rolled-out dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and milk to make an egg wash. Brush the surface of the dough evenly with the egg wash.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the brown sugar and heavy cream together until smooth, then remove from heat.
Stir in the slivered almonds and vanilla extract until well combined.
Spread the almond mixture evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the almond topping is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the Danish Crunch cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy your homemade Danish Crunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.5 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.5 g | 672% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 732 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 1267 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 430.6 g | 157% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.8 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1520 mg | 32% | |
*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.
