Insanely Simple Danish Gluten Free
Indulge in the flakiest, most effortless breakfast treat with this Insanely Simple Danish Gluten Free recipe! Made with a buttery gluten-free pastry dough, creamy vanilla-infused cream cheese filling, and a burst of fruity preserves, these homemade danishes are both elegant and accessible. Perfect for gluten-intolerant bakers, the recipe uses a few simple ingredients, including gluten-free flour and optional xanthan gum, to achieve a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Topped with slivered almonds for crunch and a dusting of powdered sugar for sweetness, these danishes bake up beautifully golden in just under 20 minutes. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, this recipe is your go-to for easy, homemade gluten-free pastries that taste bakery-fresh every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 125 g Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Xanthan gum (if not already in flour mix)
- 5 tbsp Cold water
- 150 g Cream cheese (softened)
- 50 g Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 piece Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 4 tbsp Fruit preserves (e.g., raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)
- 2 tbsp Optional: Slivered almonds
- 10 g Optional: Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, salt, and xanthan gum (if using).
Add the diced cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Slowly add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork it.
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes to chill.
While the dough chills, prepare the filling by combining the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
After chilling, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface (using gluten-free flour) to approximately 1/4 inch thick. Cut it into 6 equal squares.
Place a dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each square, followed by a small spoonful of fruit preserves. Fold the corners of the square towards the center, partially covering the filling, and gently press to seal.
Transfer the Danishes to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg.
Optionally, sprinkle slivered almonds on top for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Let the Danishes cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Insanely Simple Danish, warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.0 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.4 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 629 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 2974 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.6 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.0 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 395 mg | 8% | |
*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.
