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Raspberry Heart Danishes


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 78 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously flaky pastries filled with a tangy raspberry compote, perfect for brunch or special occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar (for compote)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch or pectin
  • 4 oz cream cheese (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the raspberry compote by combining raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until glossy and slightly reduced.
  2. Make the laminated dough by mixing flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add cold milk and knead until dough forms, then chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Shape and assemble the hearts by rolling the dough into a rectangle, cutting into heart shapes, adding cream cheese and raspberry compote, and brushing edges with egg wash.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and let danishes proof for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 15-18 minutes until golden brown. Brush with apricot glaze and sprinkle with salt if desired.

Notes

Keep butter cold while making the dough for flaky layers. Customize fillings to your taste.

  • Prep Time: 60 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Pastry
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 danish
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: pastry, raspberry, brunch, dessert, Valentine's Day