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This is a classic Danish recipe everyone
loves,
and easy to make
the secret to puff Danish pastry's wonderful flakiness and
glorious flavor is in the butter,
I make this puff several times a year because it is quick,
easy to
make and delicious.
Many a time I have taken this to potlucks, picnics, etc.,
everyone loves this, it's a winner!
When I invite friends over I make this easy almond puff to serve
with a
freshly brewed pot of Starbuck's excellent coffee.
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of my Gourmet Desserts
with photographs
Almond Puff Danish Pastry
photograph by www.finedinings.com
Betty Crocker Recipe
Pastry
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ice water Filling
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 eggs Icing
1-1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 to 2 tablespoons warm water 2
tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted and chopped, garnish
Make
the pastry: In a
bowl, cut the butter into the flour until mixture resembles
coarse crumbs. sprinkle ice water over the mixture, blend just
until dough comes together. Divide in half, shape into two
12-in. x 3-in. strips 3 inches apart on an un-greased baking
sheet. Set aside. Make the filling: In
a large saucepan, bring the water and butter to a boil over
medium heat. Add the flour all at once stirring until a smooth
ball forms. Remove from the heat; add the almond extract and
eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue
beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Spread over the two
prepared strips covering them completely. Bake at 350°
for 1 hour or until puffed and golden brown. Cool on a rack.
Make the
icing: In
a small bowl combine the powdered sugar, butter, almond extract
and enough warm water to achieve spreading consistency.
Spread over the cooled puff pastry. Sprinkle with toasted sliced
almonds. Cut into one inch strips and serve.
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