Low Fat Raisin Danish Pastry

Indulge in the buttery, flaky goodness of a classic pastry with a healthier twist! This Low Fat Raisin Danish Pastry recipe perfectly balances indulgence and nutrition, featuring layers of tender, golden dough made with low-fat butter for a guilt-free treat. Sweet raisins and a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar add a burst of flavor to every bite, while the light egg wash gives each pastry a glossy, bakery-style finish. With its simplified rolling and folding technique, this recipe ensures your pastries are light, airy, and deliciously satisfying. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-afternoon snack, these homemade Danish pastries are a must-try for any baking enthusiast looking for a lower-fat alternative.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 milliliters Cold water
• 75 grams Low-fat butter
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 100 grams Raisins
• 50 grams Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 serving Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 15 grams of sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Gradually add the cold water, mixing until it forms a soft dough.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 30 cm by 15 cm on a floured surface.

Step 6

Slice the low-fat butter into thin sheets and arrange them over the top two-thirds of the dough.

Step 7

Fold the bottom third of the dough up and the top third down, as if folding a letter, to encase the butter.

Step 8

Turn the dough 90 degrees and roll it out again into the same 30 cm by 15 cm rectangle, then fold as before.

Step 9

Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes to let the butter chill.

Step 10

Repeat the rolling and folding process twice more, chilling in between.

Step 11

Roll the dough one final time into a 30 cm by 20 cm rectangle.

Step 12

Mix the remaining sugar with ground cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over the dough.

Step 13

Scatter the raisins evenly over the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 14

Roll up the dough starting from the longer side, then slice into 3 cm thick rounds.

Step 15

Place the rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each piece.

Step 16

Brush each Danish pastry with egg wash to give them a shiny finish.

Step 17

Let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, until slightly puffy.

Step 18

Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).

Step 19

Bake the pastries for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 20

Allow to cool slightly before serving and enjoy your low-fat raisin Danish pastries.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(663.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1776.8

Total Fat 34.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 239.6mg	0%
Sodium 2735.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 115.9g
Protein 41.2g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 185.3mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 1199.0mg	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: 17.6%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 73.1%