Dairy-Free Cherry Danish

Indulge your taste buds with this delightful Dairy-Free Cherry Danish, a flaky and tender pastry that’s completely free of dairy yet bursting with rich flavor. Perfectly golden and glazed, these homemade danishes feature an irresistible swirl of tart cherry preserves nestled in a light and airy dough, made with almond milk and dairy-free margarine for a buttery texture without the dairy. This recipe incorporates a simple folding technique to achieve a beautifully layered pastry, ideal for those looking to impress with minimal effort. Topped with a sweet powdered sugar glaze, these dairy-free danishes are perfect for brunch spreads, morning coffee pairings, or an elegant dessert option. With just 45 minutes of active preparation and vegan-friendly ingredient adjustments available, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a delicious plant-based alternative to a classic bakery favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 120 milliliters Almond milk
• 100 grams Dairy-free margarine
• 1 unit Egg substitute (such as flax egg for vegan or similar)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 150 grams Tart cherry preserves
• 50 grams Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, gently heat the almond milk until it is just warm to the touch, about 40°C (104°F). Be careful not to overheat it.

Step 3

Add the warm almond milk, 50 grams of melted dairy-free margarine, egg substitute, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix to form a soft and slightly sticky dough.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to a rectangle approximately 30x20cm (12x8 inches).

Step 7

Spread the remaining dairy-free margarine (softened) evenly over the top of the dough rectangle.

Step 8

Fold the dough into thirds like folding a letter, then roll it out again to the same size. Repeat the folding and rolling process once more.

Step 9

After folding, cut the dough into 8 equal strips. Twist each strip into a spiral and shape it into a circle, pinching the ends together to form a ring. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of tart cherry preserves in the center of each dough ring.

Step 11

Cover the prepared Danishes with a kitchen towel and let them rest for 20 minutes while you preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.

Step 13

While the Danishes are cooling, make the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and water in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 14

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Danishes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(770.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2505.5

Total Fat 85.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3122.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 402.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 183.6g
Protein 30.5g	0%

Vitamin D 39.6IU	0%
Calcium 295.7mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 662.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 64.4%