Apple-Walnut Danish Pastries

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These yeast-raised Danish-style pastries are filled with apple jam, walnuts and cinnamon. The source’s butter-lamination directions are unclear, so this version uses a simple enriched dough and folds each square into a flower shape. Mix warm milk, yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar; rest 5 minutes. Combine flour, remaining sugar and salt. Add egg, butter and yeast mixture; knead until smooth. Cover and rise 60 to 90 minutes until doubled. Mix apple jam, walnuts and cinnamon. Roll dough into a rectangle, cut into 8 squares and make diagonal cuts from corners toward the centre. Fold alternate corners inward; add filling in the centre. Place on a lined tray and proof 30 minutes. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush edges with beaten egg.

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Apple-Walnut Danish Pastries

Soft Danish-style pastries filled with apple jam, walnuts and cinnamon.

Prep 30 minCook 20 minTotal 140 minYield 8 pastries

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Equipment: Mixing bowl, measuring tools and suitable pan

Ingredients

250 g all-purpose flour 100 g unsalted butter, softened 120 ml warm milk 1 whole large egg 50 g granulated sugar 7 g instant yeast 1/2 tsp fine salt 120 g thick apple jam 30 g ground walnuts 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 whole egg, beaten for glaze

Instructions

1. Make dough

   Mix warm milk, yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar; rest 5 minutes. Combine flour, remaining sugar and salt. Add egg, butter and yeast mixture; knead until smooth.

2. Rise

   Cover and rise 60 to 90 minutes until doubled.

3. Prepare filling and shape

   Mix apple jam, walnuts and cinnamon. Roll dough into a rectangle, cut into 8 squares and make diagonal cuts from corners toward the centre. Fold alternate corners inward; add filling in the centre.

4. Proof and glaze

   Place on a lined tray and proof 30 minutes. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush edges with beaten egg.

5. Bake

   Bake 15 to 20 minutes until golden and cooked through.

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How to tell when it is ready

Cook until tender, set or golden as described.

Tips

• Measure and prepare ingredients before cooking.
• Cut ingredients into even-sized pieces.
• Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
• Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate covered.

Troubleshooting

• If the mixture is too thick, add liquid gradually.
• If browning too quickly, lower the heat.

Substitutions

• Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
• Choose a compatible dairy-free option where appropriate.

Variations

• Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
• Add citrus for a brighter flavor.

Serving suggestions

• Pair with a crisp seasonal salad.
• Offer fresh herbs or a suitable sauce.
• Add vegetables or fruit on the side.
• Serve warm for the best texture.

Make ahead

Measure ingredients ahead and refrigerate perishable components; finish shortly before serving.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Food safety

Contains wheat, milk, egg and walnuts.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.

How should I store apple-walnut danish pastries?

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Serve promptly and store leftovers safely.