High Protein Apricot Danish
Elevate your breakfast or dessert game with these irresistible High Protein Apricot Danishes! Combining flaky puff pastry with a luscious ricotta filling enhanced by vanilla protein powder, this recipe is a perfect blend of indulgence and nourishment. Freshly sliced apricots bring a bright, fruity sweetness, while a drizzle of honey and a hint of lemon zest create layers of flavor in every bite. Finished with a topping of crunchy sliced almonds and golden egg-washed edges, these danishes bake into beautifully puffed treats with a protein-packed twist. Ready in under an hour, they’re an excellent choice for a quick, impressive option that satisfies your taste buds and keeps you fueled throughout the day. Perfect for brunch, snacks, or whenever the craving strikes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 6 whole apricots, fresh and pitted
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 quarter cup sliced almonds
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares, giving you 8 squares in total.
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, vanilla protein powder, honey, and lemon zest. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Cut each apricot into thin slices and set aside.
Place a tablespoon of the ricotta and protein powder mixture in the center of each pastry square.
Top the ricotta mixture with a few slices of apricot.
Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling, pressing them gently to adhere.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with the tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.
Brush the edges of each pastry with the egg wash to enhance the golden color when baked.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the apricots and exposed pastry.
Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your high-protein apricot danishes warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.5 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 1103 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.4 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.3 g | ||
| Protein | 101.3 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1588 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*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.
