Danish Puff

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350u00b0.

2. 2

   Cut 1/2 cup butter into 1 cup flour. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons water over mixture.

3. 3

   Round into ball, divide in half.

4. 4

   On ungreased baking sheet, pat each half into strips (12 x 13-inches).

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   Strips should be about 3-inches apart. Heat 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup water to rolling boil in medium saucepan.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and quickly stir in almond extract and 1 cup flour.

7. 7

   Stir vigorously over low heat until the mixture forms a ball, about 1 minute.

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   Remove from heat.

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   Beat in eggs, all at once, until smooth and glossy.

10. 10

    Divide in half, spread each half evenly over strips.

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    Bake 45 to 60 minutes or until topping is crisp and brown.

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    Topping will shrink and fall forming the custardy top of the puff.

13. 13

    Frost with Confectioners Sugar Glaze and sprinkle with nuts.

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