Best 2 Cranberry Orange Danish Braid Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Cranberry Orange Danish Braid recipe, a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. This delectable pastry, adorned with a vibrant orange glaze, is a feast for the eyes and the palate. As you delve into the article, you'll discover a treasure trove of additional recipes that will elevate your baking skills and impress your loved ones. From the classic Apple Danish Braid to the indulgent Cream Cheese Danish Braid and the irresistible Chocolate Danish Braid, each recipe offers a unique taste sensation. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, our comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create these mouthwatering treats that are sure to become favorites in your kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-ORANGE DANISH BRAID

Cranberry-Orange Danish Braid image

This easy braided pastry will fit right in on your holiday brunch buffet.

Provided by Annalise Sandberg

Categories Side Dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into cubes
1/3 cup milk
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 egg yolk
Grated peel of 1 orange
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup fresh or frozen (not thawed) cranberries
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 to 2 tablespoons milk or cream, to drizzling consistency

Steps:

In large bowl, mix Bisquick mix, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and the salt. Cut in butter with pastry blender until the size of small peas. Add 1/3 cup milk; stir until soft dough forms. Gather dough together in a ball, and shape into a flat square. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 30 minutes but no longer than 8 hours.
Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
Unwrap dough. Sprinkle work surface lightly with flour. Roll dough into 15x9-inch rectangle. Transfer to cookie sheet. With short end of rectangle facing you, gently score it lengthwise, dividing into 3 equal sections. With knife or pizza cutter, cut slanted strips 1 inch wide into both sides.
In small bowl, beat all Filling ingredients except cranberries with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Spread evenly onto center third of dough. Top with cranberries. Working with slanted strips one at a time, crisscross over filling to create a braided look.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden. Cool.
In small bowl, beat Glaze ingredients with whisk until smooth. Drizzle over braided Danish. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE BRAID RECIPE BY TASTY

Cranberry Cream Cheese Braid Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: orange juice, dried cranberry, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, puff pastry, egg, almond slices, powdered sugar, water

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories Sides

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup orange juice
¼ cup dried cranberry
4 oz cream cheese
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 sheet puff pastry
1 egg, egg wash
⅓ cup almond slices, or nuts of your choice
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave orange juice for 30 seconds until warm.
Add cranberries to juice and let it soak for 10 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Unfold puff pastry, and 1 inch (2 cm) from the top, fill the middle row with cream cheese mixture, and top with the cranberries. Leave 1 inch (2 cm) at the bottom.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
With a knife, carefully slice diagonal strips on both sides, leaving 1 inch (2 cm) from the top and bottom.
Cut off the top and bottom excess pieces.
Fold the top inch (2 cm) dough onto the filling, then lay the dough in a criss-cross pattern to form the braid.
Before the last couple strips, fold up the bottom and lay the remaining strips over.
Whisk an egg and brush it over the top of the braid.
Add almonds or other nuts.
Bake for 25 minutes.
Cut into desired size and drizzle the icing.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 28 grams

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries that have been thawed and drained.
Grate the orange zest before juicing the orange. This will give the braid a more intense orange flavor.
If you don't have a stand mixer, you can make the dough by hand. Just be sure to knead it for at least 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1 hour.
When rolling out the dough, be sure to flour your work surface and rolling pin to prevent the dough from sticking.
If the braid starts to brown too quickly while baking, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.

Conclusion:

This cranberry orange Danish braid is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips to the filling. You can also glaze the braid with a simple sugar glaze or a cream cheese glaze. No matter how you choose to make it, this braid is sure to be a hit.