Basic Danish Dough Recipe

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl whisk the Large eggs, lowfat milk and yeast together.

2. 2

   Let the mix sit for 15 min under refrigeration.

3. 3

   Using a pastry blender, blend the flour, salt, sugar, and cardamom together.

4. 4

   Work the yeast mix into the flour.

5. 5

   Knead the dough till smooth, about 2 min.

6. 6

   Form the dough into a ball and allow to rest, about 20 min in the refrigerator.

7. 7

   Beat 1 1/2 c. butter till smooth.

8. 8

   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll into an oblong about 3/8 inches thick.

9. 9

   Dot 1/3 of the butter over 2/3 of the dough.

10. 10

    Fold the undotted dough over the remaining third of the butter-dotted portion.

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    The dough is now in 3 layers.

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    Roll the dough out gently into an oblong, 3/8-inch thick.

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    Repeat the folding process two more times.

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    Cover and refrigeratethe dough for 2 hrs.

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    For use, roll the dough into the desired shape following the rolling techniques.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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