Gluten-Free Apricot Danish
Treat your taste buds to the irresistible charm of a Gluten-Free Apricot Danish, a delightful pastry that blends buttery, flaky layers with the sweetness of apricot preserves and a creamy filling. Perfectly crafted with gluten-free puff pastry, this recipe ensures that everyone, including those with gluten sensitivities, can savor the joys of a classic Danish. A luscious mixture of cream cheese, vanilla, and sugar forms the velvety base, while almond meal adds a subtle nutty flavor to the crust. Topped with golden apricot preserves and baked to perfection, these pastries are finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Quick to prepare (15 minutes of prep!) and perfect for brunch, dessert, or a midday treat, this recipe is a sweet showcase of gluten-free indulgence. Serve warm or at room temperature, with optional fresh apricot slices for a vibrant garnish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 sheet Gluten-free puff pastry
- 0.5 cup Apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Almond meal (for dusting)
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- for garnish Fresh apricot slices (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a clean surface, lightly dust with almond meal. Roll out the gluten-free puff pastry sheet into a 12-inch square.
Cut the pastry into 6 equal squares.
In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each pastry square.
Top the cream cheese with about 1 tablespoon of apricot preserves.
Bring each corner of the pastry square to the center over the filling and pinch together to seal. Transfer the filled pastries onto the prepared baking sheet.
Beat an egg with milk to make an egg wash. Brush the top of each Danish with the egg wash.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
Transfer the baked Danishes to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Garnish with a slice of fresh apricot if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your gluten-free apricot Danish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.1 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 647 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 641 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.
