Ingredients:
-2 tablespoons of butter
-2 cups of all-purpose flour
-1 teaspoon of baking powder
-1/2 teaspoon of salt
-1/2 cup of cold water
-2 medium apples, cored and chopped
-1/4 cup of sugar
-1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
-1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
-1/4 cup of butter, melted
-1/4 cup of packed brown sugar
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the butter, flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add water, stirring until the mixture forms a dough.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Place the dough into a 9-inch pie plate.
4. In a medium bowl, mix together the apples, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spoon the apple mixture onto the dough, spreading it evenly over the surface.
5. Bake the danish for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush with the melted butter and sprinkle with the brown sugar.
6. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
7. Allow the danish to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Apple Danish is a classic breakfast dish that has delighted sweet tooths for centuries. It originated in Europe, but has since become popular around the globe.
As its name implies, the traditional Danish Apple Danish is essentially a simple pastry filled with warm, spiced apples. Over the years, variations on the basic recipe have been added. Today, you can find recipes for custard and cream iterations, or even savory pancetta- and cheese-filled Apple Danishes.
History:
The first Danish Apple Danishes were created in the 18th century, during the Danish Golden Age. During this period the dish was a firm favorite among the nobility and upper classes, but by the late 19th century, the dish had become more widely known and appreciated, and could be found in bakeries throughout Europe.
Tips:
– When making the pastry for your Apple Danish, make sure to use cold butter and handle it as little as possible to ensure a flaky pastry.
– Make sure to use good quality apples, such as Jay or Braeburn. You can also mix sweeter apples with tarter varieties to get the desired flavor.
– If you want to add a touch of sweetness, sprinkle some sugar over the apples before baking.
Techniques:
– Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
– Cut the apples into small cubes, and then sauté them in butter until softened.
– Roll out the pastry dough into a circle, leaving a border.
– Place the apples in the center of the pastry and fold the edges of the pastry over them. Score the top of the pastry with a fork and sprinkle a little sugar on it.
– Bake the Danish for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
– Allow the Danish to cool before serving.