Best 7 2 Danish Almond Puffs Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Danish Almond Puffs, a delectable treat that tantalizes taste buds with its delicate texture and symphony of flavors. These bite-sized pastries, also known as Mandelkringle, are a cherished part of Danish baking tradition, often gracing festive gatherings and special occasions.

Our collection of recipes offers two enticing variations of this classic pastry. The first recipe, Traditional Danish Almond Puffs, stays true to the authentic Danish experience, featuring a flaky puff pastry enveloping a luscious almond filling, while the second recipe, Easy Danish Almond Puffs, provides a simplified approach, utilizing store-bought puff pastry for convenience.

Both recipes promise a delightful sensory experience, with detailed instructions guiding you through each step of the baking process. Indulge in the richness of the almond filling, crafted with ground almonds, sugar, butter, and a hint of almond extract, which harmoniously blends with the buttery layers of the puff pastry.

As you explore these recipes, you'll discover variations that cater to different preferences and dietary needs. For those with gluten sensitivities, a gluten-free puff pastry alternative is suggested, ensuring everyone can relish in the goodness of these almond puffs. Additionally, a sugar-free filling option is provided, accommodating those seeking a healthier indulgence.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our Danish Almond Puff recipes are designed for success. With precise measurements, clear instructions, and helpful tips, you'll be able to recreate these delectable pastries in the comfort of your own home.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a delightful baking adventure. Experience the charm of Danish Almond Puffs, a true testament to the art of pastry-making, and indulge in a taste of Denmark's rich culinary heritage.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DANISH PUFF



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You can serve this double-textured pastry as a bread or dessert. What an elegant addition to a brunch buffet table!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 cup water
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 to 2 tablespoons warm water or milk
Chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place 1 cup flour in medium bowl. Cut in 1/2 cup softened butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of coarse crumbs. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons water over mixture; toss with fork.
  • Gather pastry into a ball; divide in half. Pat each half into 12x3-inch rectangle, about 3 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup water to rolling boil; remove from heat. Quickly stir in almond extract and 1 cup flour. Stir vigorously over low heat about 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball; remove from heat. Add eggs; beat until smooth. Spread half of the topping over each rectangle.
  • Bake about 1 hour or until topping is crisp and brown; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely.
  • In medium bowl, mix all glaze ingredients except nuts until smooth and spreadable. Spread over top of pastry; sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 1 g

DANISH PUFF (ALMOND KRINGLE)



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Learn how to make this easy Danish Puff (Almond Kringle), a sweet, flaky treat your family won't be able to resist!

Provided by Ginnie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, (at room temperature*)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water
1 cup water
1/2 cup unsalted butter*
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, (at room temperature*)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
pinch salt
1 to 2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup chopped or sliced almonds, (toasted)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

ALMOND DANISH PUFF



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This is yet another of my family's recipes. My mom used to make this every Christmas morning. It was and is a special treat that I hope to carry on with my family. This recipe came from an old Betty Crocker cookbook. Glaze recipe for the puff follows the instructions.

Provided by Mom2Rose

Categories     Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup water
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 -2 tablespoon warm water or 1 -2 tablespoon milk
sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Cut 1/2 cup softened butter into 1 cup flour, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until particles are size of coarse crumbs.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons water over mixture; mix with fork.
  • Gather pastry into ball; divide in half.
  • Pat each half into rectangle, 12x3 inches, about 3 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Heat remaining 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup water to rolling boil in 2-quart saucepan; remove from heat.
  • Quickly stir in almond extract and 1 cup flour.
  • Stir vigorously over low heat about 1 minute or until mixture forms a ball; remove from heat.
  • Add eggs; beat until smooth. Spread half of the topping over each rectangle.
  • Bake about 1 hour or until topping is crisp and brown; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely.
  • Spread with Creamy Almond Glaze; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Creamy Almond Glaze:
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 2-3 tbsp butter, softened; 1/2 to 1 tsp almond extract; 1-2 tbsp warm water or milk.
  • Mix all ingredients until smooth and spreadable and glaze the Danish puff.

2 DANISH ALMOND PUFFS



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I have been making this delicious Danish treat since the early 60's! I received this recipe from a close friend when I lived in Racine, Wisc. I always have extra recipe copies ready for my friends after they taste this in my home. Great for coffee clutches, or a breakfast treat for over-night company! I usually put frosting...

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1. ***** crust ****
1/2 c butter
1 c flour
1 c cold water
2. ******* filling *****
1/2 c butter
1 c water
1- 1/2 tsp almond extract
1 c flour
3 eggs
3.******* frosting *******
1 c powdered sugar
1/2 tsp almond extract
dash(es) salt
1 to 2 Tbsp milk
4 pkg sliced almonds

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: Cut 1/2 cup butter into the 1 cup of flour.. to make a coarse mixture. Stir in the cold water. Shape into a ball, divide in half.
  • 2. Put a paper baking sheet onto a cookie sheet. Then pat out each 1/2 into a 3x12 inch oblong crust on the baking sheet. Make a very small ridge all around the crust.
  • 3. FILLING: Into a saucepan put 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup butter. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add almond extract. Quickly stir in the 1 cup of flour. Beat well. Add the eggs one at a time and beat well after each.
  • 4. Spread this mixture onto each crust. Bake in a pre-heated oven 375 degrees. About 45 minutes. Until puffed and golden. Remove from oven.
  • 5. FROSTING: Blend powdered sugar, salt, almond extract and enough milk to make a good spreading consistency. Frost while slightly warm. Sprinkle with sliced almonds. Cut into slices and serve.

EASY DANISH ALMOND PASTRIES



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If you have made a traditional Danish pastry, then you know how labor-intensive the dough can be to make. This recipe offers a comparatively quick, flaky, buttery, almond paste-filled Danish. The taste is phenomenal.

Provided by Lance F

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough, divided
1 (8 ounce) can almond paste
1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
½ cup white sugar
1 large egg, separated, divided
2 ¼ ounces sliced almonds
1 tablespoon white sugar, or as needed
½ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Unroll 1 tube of crescent roll dough and spread in the bottom of the prepared pan. Seal the seams of the dough to prevent from separation.
  • Roll almond paste into a thin sheet, large enough to cover your cake pan. Cut edges with a knife or rolling pizza cutter.
  • Combine mascarpone cheese, 1/2 cup white sugar, and egg yolk in the bowl of an electric mixer; mix until thoroughly combined and smooth with no lumps remaining. Spread evenly on top of dough. Place rolled out almond paste on top of cheese mixture.
  • Open the remaining tube of crescent dough, unroll it, and put on top of the almond paste. Seal all of the seams and ensure dough covers the entire top of the pan. Whisk egg white and use a pastry brush to spread on the top of the rolled out dough. Spread sliced almonds on top to coat. Lightly sprinkle remaining white sugar evenly on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile, mix powdered sugar and water for glaze together in a bowl. Drizzle over the top of the cooled Danish and cut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 186.6 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

HOLIDAY DANISH PUFFS



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It's worth the extra effort to make this delightful candy cane-shaped dessert. Best of all, the recipe makes two pastries, so it's perfect for gift-giving. -Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 2 pastries (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
TOPPING:
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place flour in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each into a 14x2-1/2-in. rectangle. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet; curve one end of each pastry to form tops of canes. Refrigerate while preparing topping., Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine water, butter and salt; bring to a rolling boil. Add flour all at once and beat until blended. Cook over medium heat, stirring vigorously until mixture pulls away from sides of pan and forms a ball. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes., Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth. Add extract; continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Spread over pastry dough., Bake 60-70 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Cool on pans 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack; cool completely., In a small bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, butter, water and extract until smooth. Spread over pastries; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DANISH PUFF



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I remember Mom making this cream puff variation for special occasions. -Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 to 2 tablespoons ice water
TOPPING:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
ICING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place flour in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle with water; toss with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Divide dough in half. On greased baking sheets, press each portion into 12x3-in. rectangle., For topping, in a saucepan, heat butter and water to a rolling boil. Add flour and salt all at once and beat until blended. Cook over low heat, stirring vigorously until mixture pulls away from sides of pan and forms a ball. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth. Add extract; continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Spread half of the mixture over each rectangle., Bake until puffed and golden brown, about 1 hour. Cool on pans 10 minutes., Mix first four icing ingredients until smooth; spread over warm pastries. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough: This will help ensure that the cookies are all the same size and shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just golden brown: Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before filling them: This will help prevent the filling from melting and making the cookies soggy.
  • Use a piping bag to fill the cookies: This will help create a neat and even filling.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature: They will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Danish almond puffs are a delicious and elegant treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized with different fillings to suit your taste. With a little planning, you can easily make these cookies at home and impress your friends and family.

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