Danish Pastry Spirals with Cinnamon and Raisins
4 servings
30 minutes
Cinnamon and raisin spirals made from Danish dough are a true celebration of flavor inspired by traditional Danish pastries. Their roots trace back to Scandinavian culinary culture, where aromatic baked goods hold a special place. The combination of delicate puff pastry, spicy cinnamon, and sweet raisins creates a harmony of flavors that warms the soul and brings comfort. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they are perfect with morning coffee or tea. The key to their preparation is the thin rolling of the dough and careful application of the filling, ensuring an even distribution of flavor nuances. Baked to a golden color, they entice with their aroma and become a favorite treat at any time of day. Sprinkled with sugar, these spirals turn into perfection that is simply irresistible.
1
Prepare the dough.
2
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
3
Roll out the dough into a rectangle of 30x40 cm on a floured surface.
- Wheat flour: to taste
4
In a small bowl, beat the softened butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Spread it evenly on the dough and sprinkle with raisins. Roll the dough from the short side into a log and cut into 16 pieces, each 1.5 cm wide, with a sharp knife. Place on a baking sheet and press slightly. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Butter: 75 g
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Light raisins: 60 g
5
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with milk, brush the spirals with the mixture, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm, sprinkled with sugar.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Milk: 2 tablespoons