Dairy-Free Raisin Danish

Elevate your pastry game with this irresistible Dairy-Free Raisin Danish, a light and flaky delight crafted entirely without milk or butter! Perfect for plant-based diets, this recipe uses coconut oil and almond milk to achieve a tender, golden pastry while a luscious cinnamon-spiced raisin filling takes center stage. The process is simple yet rewarding, from kneading the soft yeast dough to layering it with the rich, fruity filling and finishing with a glossy sugar glaze. Ready in under two hours, these homemade Danish pastries are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack. Enjoy warm from the oven or at room temperature for a comforting, dairy-free treat that’ll have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 115 grams coconut oil
• 125 milliliters unsweetened almond milk
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 7 grams active dry yeast
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams raisins
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 50 grams powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm almond milk (ensure it's not hot to touch) and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeasty almond milk mixture and vanilla extract. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it back in the bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 4

While the dough rises, prepare the filling: in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine raisins, water, and cornstarch. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens. Stir in cinnamon and set aside to cool.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 6

Spread the cooled raisin mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.

Step 7

Gently roll the dough into a log starting from a long side, then slice into 8 equal pieces.

Step 8

Place each piece on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced apart. Cover lightly and let rise for another 20 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Melt the coconut oil and brush it over each Danish for a golden finish.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 12

While the pastries are baking, mix the powdered sugar with a small amount of water to make a glaze.

Step 13

Once the Danish pastries are out of the oven, allow them to cool for 5 minutes before drizzling with the sugar glaze.

Step 14

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your dairy-free raisin Danish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(748.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2713.8

Total Fat 118.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1294.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 165.2g
Protein 32.7g	0%

Vitamin D 46.4IU	0%
Calcium 351.3mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1219.6mg	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: 39.0%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 56.2%