Strawberry Danish

A classic layered pastry filled with fresh strawberries, custard, and yogurt, topped with flaked almonds and an apricot glaze.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1013.8 kcals 8110.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 90.6 grams 725.1 grams
Fat 65.8 grams 526.4 grams
Protein 14.8 grams 118.2 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
85
g
30
g
Fresh Yeast
Diluted
CondimentsSauces
1.5
tbsp
Dairy
500
g
Butter
Refrigerated
125
ml
Strawberry Yoghurt
Extra thick
1
unit
Egg Wash
For brushing
Fruits
1
punnet
Strawberries
Quarted
GrainsCereals
625
g
White Strong Flour
Plus extra for dusting
Liquids
1
unit
Water
To mix until dough is pliable
NutsSeeds
1
tbsp
Other
425
g

Steps

  • Mix flour, salt, sugar, yeast, and water into a pliable dough.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface until elastic and chill for 1 hour.
  • Roll dough to 60x30cm and fold over a 1cm thick layer of butter in three layers.
  • Chill the dough for 1 hour and repeat the rolling and folding process.
  • Repeat the folding process twice more before wrapping and chilling overnight.
  • Roll the pastry to 4mm thick and cut into long rectangles.
  • Mix quartered strawberries with yoghurt and custard.
  • Spread filling down the center, fold, brush with egg wash, and top with almonds.
  • Let rise for 1 hour then bake at 200°C for 20 minutes until golden.
  • Boil apricot jam with water and brush onto the cooled pastries.