Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
0.5 unit

Danish dough

1 unit

Egg

lightly beaten

2 tsp

Milk

4 tbsp

Butter

softened

0.5 cup

Sugar

0.38 tsp

Cinnamon

optional

0.5 cup

Raspberry jam

0.25 cup

Apricot jam

12 unit

Cream cheese

softened

0.75 cup

Sugar

1 unit

Egg yolk

slightly beaten

0.25 cup

Flour

0.25 cup

Sugar

2 tbsp

Butter

melted

1 cup

Sugar

1 tbsp

Cinnamon

0.25 cup

Apricot jam

1 tsp

Water

approximately

0.5 cup

Confectioners' sugar

1 tbsp

Milk

approximately

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~4 min

Roll out the Danish dough to a rectangle (20x10 inches).

Step 3
~4 min

Brush off any excess flour.

Step 4
~4 min

Square off the edges.

Step 5
~4 min

Cut the rectangle into 10 squares.

Step 6
~4 min

Spread each square with remonce and/or filling.

Step 7
~4 min

Form the pastries into desired shapes (pinwheels, envelopes, cheese pockets, turnovers).

Step 8
~4 min

Place pastries on a parchment-lined sheet tray.

Step 9
~4 min

Proof in a warm, draft-free place, covered with a dish towel, until puffy.

Step 10
~4 min

Brush lightly with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar or topping.

Step 11
~4 min

Bake about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 12
~4 min

Cool on a rack.

Step 13
~4 min

While still warm, brush with warm apricot glaze or drizzle with icing.

Step 14
~4 min

For Pinwheels: Spread with remonce, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, egg wash the edges, cut slits, fold tips into center, fill with jam.

Step 15
~4 min

For Envelopes: Spread with remonce, sprinkle with chopped chocolate, place cheese filling, egg wash corners, fold corners over filling.

Step 16
~4 min

For Cheese Pockets: Spread with remonce, place cheese filling, egg wash corners, fold sides up and press.

Step 17
~4 min

For Turnovers: Spread with remonce, place applesauce on one side, egg wash edges, fold into a triangle, press with a fork.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with coffee or tea.

Dust with powdered sugar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Denmark

Cultural Significance

Traditional breakfast pastry

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Birthdays

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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