Danish Almond Puff

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My mom used to make this Almond Puff every year for Christmas. It is very elegant and pretty--and surprisingly easy to make. I almost always have every ingredient already in my cupboard. I made it myself for the first time and my husband loved it. I'm planning to make it for his mom when she comes to visit. This is a fun one to share.

Submitted by WarringEagle
Updated on August 27, 2023
close up view of Danish Almond Puffs on a white platter
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup butter, softened

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

  • 3 eggs, beaten

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar

  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

  • 1 tablespoon milk, or as needed

  • 2 tablespoons candy sprinkles

Directions

  1. Place 1 cup of flour in a medium bowl. Mix in butter using a fork or a pastry blender. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of water over, and stir with a fork until dough comes together. Divide into two balls. Pat dough into two long strips on an ungreased baking sheet, about 14 inches long and 3 inches wide. Set aside.

  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of water. Bring to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of almond extract and remove from the heat. Immediately stir in 1 cup of flour until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan. Gradually stir in the eggs until well blended. Divide evenly, and spread over the two crusts on the baking sheet.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 1 hour. Allow to cool almost to room temperature before frosting.

  5. To make the frosting, mix together the confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon of almond extract and a splash of milk in a small bowl until smooth. Add more milk if necessary to make a pourable glaze. Drizzle over the Danish, and decorate with candy sprinkles if desired.

Recipe Tip

The Danishes freeze well, but store them loosely wrapped in plastic or in resealable containers.

54 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

424 Calories
26g Fat
42g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 424
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 33%
Saturated Fat 15g 76%
Cholesterol 131mg 44%
Sodium 193mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 42g 15%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 6g 12%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 78mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.