Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
0.25 cup

butter

melted

0.25 cup

Spry

0.25 cup

sugar

1 unit

egg

beaten

1 pinch

salt

1 unit

yeast

0.5 cup

warm milk

warm

2 cup

flour

1 cup

diced apples

diced

0.5 cup

chopped dates

chopped

Step 1
~12 min

Melt butter and Spry; add sugar.

Step 2
~12 min

Cool to lukewarm.

Step 3
~12 min

Mix in egg, salt and yeast, dissolved in milk.

Step 4
~12 min

Beat in flour.

Step 5
~12 min

Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Step 6
~12 min

Let rise.

Step 7
~12 min

Divide dough into 3 parts.

Step 8
~12 min

Roll each into a 9-inch circle.

Step 9
~12 min

Spread with melted butter; sprinkle with apples and dates.

Step 10
~12 min

Cut into 8 pie shaped pieces.

Step 11
~12 min

Beginning at rounded edge, roll up.

Step 12
~12 min

Place on baking sheet point down.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~12 min

Let rise about 2 1/2 hours.

Step 14
~12 min

Bake at 375° for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 15
~12 min

Frost.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure milk is not too hot when dissolving yeast.

Chill dough for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream.

Pair with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Cinnamon whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Denmark

Cultural Significance

Associated with traditional Danish baking and holiday celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Dessert
Holiday baking

Popularity Score

65/100

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