Danish Pastry

Step by stepInstructions

1. Whisk the flour, yeast, sugar, salt and cardamom, then add the milk and egg and knead into a soft dough; cover and chill 1 hour.
2. Beat the cold butter into a flat 7-inch square between two sheets of parchment.
3. Roll the dough into a 14-inch square, place the butter block in the center, and fold the corners over to enclose it.
4. Roll into a long rectangle and fold in thirds like a letter; chill 30 minutes, then repeat two more times.
5. Roll the dough 1/2 inch thick, cut into shapes (spirals, twists or squares), proof until puffy, and brush with egg wash.
6. Sprinkle with pearl sugar and bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes until deep golden.
7. Cool slightly and serve warm.