Best 5 Easy Apple Danish Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our selection of apple danish recipes. These delectable pastries are a harmonious blend of flaky, buttery dough, sweet and tangy apples, and a hint of aromatic spices. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover a variety of recipes that cater to different preferences and skill levels. From the classic apple danish with its intricate lattice top to the hassle-free cream cheese apple danish and the indulgent braided apple danish, each recipe promises a unique taste experience. Embrace the joy of baking and create a delightful treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY APPLE DANISH



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This dough should be refrigerated for at least 2 hours. I often prepare it the night before and bake the rolls fresh in the morning as a special breakfast treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
5 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup cold butter, cubed
1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt and lemon zest; cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Stir in the yeast mixture, milk and eggs until blended. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead about 20 times (dough will be slightly sticky). Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , For filling, combine the apples, walnuts, sugar and cinnamon; set aside. Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Roll each portion into an 18x15-in. rectangle; brush with butter. Sprinkle filling to within 1/2 in. of edges. , Starting with a short side, fold a third of the dough over filling; repeat with other side, making a 15x6-in. rectangle. Pinch seams to seal. Cut each into 15 slices. Twist each slice a few times; pinch ends together, forming a small circle. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY APPLE CHEESE DANISH



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Categories     Cheese     Apple     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (17.3 ounce) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
1 package (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 recipe - 1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 can (21 ounce) apple pie filling (e.g. Lucky Leaf Premium Apple Pie Filling)
1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cut one-third of pastry off one sheet along a fold and set aside. Roll remaining two-thirds of pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to fit the bottom of a 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Lay the pastry in the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes (pastry will puff and shrink from sides). Remove from oven and let cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined. Carefully spread cream cheese mixture over baked pastry in pan.
  • Carefully spoon apple pie filling evenly over cream cheese layer.
  • Cut one-third of pastry off of remaining full pastry sheet. Place next to reserved one-third sheet of pastry and pinch together the long edges. (Wrap remaining pastry and chill for another use.) Roll them together on the lightly floured surface until pastry is large enough to lay atop and cover the apples. Sprinkle top with cinnamon-sugar.
  • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until pastry is puffed and golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Cover and refrigerate within 2 hours.

EASY CHERRY (OR APPLE) CHEESE DANISH



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This is adopted from a Lucky Leaf recipe. It is SO easy and so good! I've served it at many functions and it goes fast! I haven't tried other fruit fillings but I'm sure blueberry would work too. Refrigerate remaining pieces.

Provided by replank

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 1 pan, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat crescent rolls
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Unroll one package of crescent roll dough and seal edges to make one large sheet. Place in bottom of an ungreased 9" x 13" baking dish.
  • In a bowl, combine cream cheese, 1 cup of the sugar and vanilla. Spread mixture over dough in baking dish. Spread cherry pie filling over cream cheese mixture. (If using apple pie filling, spread apple filling and then sprinkle with cinnamon (optional).
  • Unroll remaining package of crescent roll dough and seal edges to form one large sheet. Lay dough over pie filling.
  • Mix 1/8 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon together. Sprinkle mixture over top of dough.
  • Bake approximately 30 or until golden brown.

EASY DANISH APPLE CAKE



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This is my adapted version of a recipe I found on Recipe Source. It's really easy to prepare, and includes ingredients that most cooks tend to have on hand in their pantry.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 cake, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups apples, peeled and grated
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup nuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  • Cream butter and sugar together. Add egg and vanilla, beating well. Add flour, baking soda, and cinnamon, and blend well. Add grated apples and beat well by hand. Pour cake batter into prepared baking pan.
  • Combine all topping ingredients and sprinkle evely on top of cake batter. Bake at 350° for 40 minutes.
  • Remove cake from oven, and let cool. Cut 3 rows horizontal and 3 rows vertical (yielding 9 servings).

EASY APPLE CHEESE DANISH [3]



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Yield 12 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (17.3 ounce) package frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (21 ounce) canned Apple Pie Filling
1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut one-third of pastry off one sheet along a fold and set aside. Roll remaining two-thirds of pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to fit the bottom of a 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Lay the pastry in the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes (pastry will puff and shrink from sides). Remove from oven and let cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined. Carefully spread cream cheese mixture over baked pastry in pan. Carefully spoon Apple Pie Filling evenly over cream cheese layer. Cut one-third of pastry off of remaining full pastry sheet. Place next to reserved one-third sheet of pastry and pinch together the long edges. (Wrap remaining pastry and chill for another use.) Roll them together on the lightly floured surface until pastry is large enough to lay atop and cover the apples. Sprinkle top with cinnamon-sugar. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until pastry is puffed and golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Cover and refrigerate within 2 hours.

Tips:

  • Use cold butter: This will help create flaky layers in the dough.
  • Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the dough hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much.
  • Use fresh apples: Fresh apples will give the danish the best flavor.
  • Peel and core the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Toss the apples with sugar and cinnamon: This will help them caramelize and add flavor.
  • Don't overfill the danish: If you overfill them, they will be difficult to close and the filling may leak out.
  • Bake the danish until the tops are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Let the danish cool slightly before serving: This will help them hold their shape.

Conclusion:

Apple danish is a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With its flaky dough, sweet apples, and creamy filling, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, you'll find that this easy apple danish recipe is simple to follow and produces delicious results.

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