Follow these steps for perfect results
Danish dough
Egg
lightly beaten
Milk
Butter
softened
Sugar
Cinnamon
optional
Raspberry jam
Apricot jam
Cream cheese
softened
Sugar
Egg yolk
slightly beaten
Flour
Sugar
Butter
melted
Sugar
Cinnamon
Apricot jam
Water
approximately
Confectioners' sugar
Milk
approximately
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Roll out the Danish dough to a rectangle (20x10 inches).
Brush off any excess flour.
Square off the edges.
Cut the rectangle into 10 squares.
Spread each square with remonce and/or filling.
Form the pastries into desired shapes (pinwheels, envelopes, cheese pockets, turnovers).
Place pastries on a parchment-lined sheet tray.
Proof in a warm, draft-free place, covered with a dish towel, until puffy.
Brush lightly with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar or topping.
Bake about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool on a rack.
While still warm, brush with warm apricot glaze or drizzle with icing.
For Pinwheels: Spread with remonce, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, egg wash the edges, cut slits, fold tips into center, fill with jam.
For Envelopes: Spread with remonce, sprinkle with chopped chocolate, place cheese filling, egg wash corners, fold corners over filling.
For Cheese Pockets: Spread with remonce, place cheese filling, egg wash corners, fold sides up and press.
For Turnovers: Spread with remonce, place applesauce on one side, egg wash edges, fold into a triangle, press with a fork.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure dough is chilled before rolling for easier handling.
Use high-quality jam for best flavor.
Don't overbake to keep pastries soft.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Dough can be made a day in advance
Arrange pastries artfully on a platter.
Serve warm with coffee or tea.
Dust with powdered sugar.
Strong coffee cuts through the sweetness.
Classic pairing.
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