How to Make Homemade Danish Dough

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia powder

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while still providing sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + milk powder

Almond milk is a lower-calorie alternative.

active dry yeast

🥗Healthier: instant yeast

💰Cheaper: fresh yeast

Instant yeast offers quicker rising times.

Mix warm milk with active dry yeast in a bowl and let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter to the dry ingredients.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5-10 minutes.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.

Spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.

Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into slices.

Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Brush the tops with egg wash before baking.

Bake until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Let cool slightly before drizzling with a glaze made of powdered sugar and water.

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