Danish Puffs are delicious pastries with a flaky crust, a creamy filling, and a sweet almond-topped glaze. This recipe combines a buttery dough, a rich filling, and a decadent topping to create a delightful treat. The Danish Puffs have a long history and are enjoyed as a classic pastry in many parts of the world.

Danish Puffs, also known as Almond Puffs, have their origins in Denmark. They are a variation of Danish pastry, which is a traditional Danish sweet treat. Danish pastries gained popularity in the 19th century and spread to other European countries, eventually becoming a beloved pastry worldwide.

The light and flaky crust of Danish Puffs is made by combining cold butter with all-purpose flour, creating a crumbly texture. The filling is a smooth mixture of eggs, butter, flour, and almond extract, providing a creamy and flavorful center. Finally, the puffs are topped with a sweet glaze made from confectioners’ sugar, butter, water, and vanilla extract, which is sprinkled with toasted sliced almonds for added crunch and flavor.

PREP: 25 MIN.

BAKE: 1 HOUR + COOLING

MAKES: 16 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CRUST:

• ½ cup cold butter, cubed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 to 2 tablespoons cold water

FOR THE FILLING:

• 1 cup water
• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 eggs
• ½ teaspoon almond extract

FOR THE TOPPING:

• 1½ cups confectioners’ sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 to 2 tablespoons water
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the crust.
2. In a small bowl, cut the cold butter into the flour until crumbly.
3. Sprinkle the mixture with water and toss with a fork until moist enough to shape into a ball.
4. Divide the dough in half.
5. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 12×3-inch rectangle.
6. Place the rectangles on greased baking sheets.
7. Prepare the filling.
8. In a large saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil.
9. Add flour and salt all at once, stirring until a smooth ball forms.
10. Remove from heat and let it stand for 5 minutes.
11. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
12. Stir in the almond extract until the mixture is smooth.
13. Spread the filling evenly over the dough rectangles.
14. Bake the Danish Puffs.
15. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
16. Bake the puffs for 1 hour or until they are puffed and golden brown.
17. Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes.
18. Prepare the topping.
19. In a bowl, combine the confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, water, and vanilla extract.
20. Mix until smooth.
21. Glaze and serve.
22. Spread the topping over the warm Danish Puffs.
23. Sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds over the glaze.
24. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Enjoy the delightful Danish Puffs!