How to Make Danish Pastries at Home, Layered with Special Cream that Will Outdo the Patisserie Experts

How to make the syrup:

1. Step 1: To make the syrup, first add the water and sugar into a metallic pot, like a milk boiler. Then, place it over high heat to bring it to a boil. Stir it with a spoon while boiling to dissolve the sugar.

2. Step 2: Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. After the syrup reaches the right thickness, add the saffron tea and remove the syrup from the heat.

How to make the cream:

1. Step 1: To make the cream filling, pour the water and sugar into a milk boiler and bring it to a boil over high heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Reduce the heat and gradually add the flour.

2. Step 2: Stir well to prevent lumps, and cook until the cream thickens. Then add the vanilla and stir again. Remove the cream from the heat and set it aside.

How to make the Danish Pastry:

1. Step 1: First, mix the yeast with milk and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean cloth and leave it in a warm place for 10-15 minutes to activate the yeast.

2. Step 2: In another bowl, beat the egg, sugar, and vanilla with an electric or hand mixer until well blended. Then, add the activated yeast and liquid oil, mixing again.

3. Step 3: Gradually add the flour, mixing with your hands or a spatula until the dough comes together. The dough should be soft and not sticky. Place the dough in a large bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.

4. Step 4: Once the dough has risen, knead it slightly to release any air bubbles. Then, roll it out on a floured surface to a thickness of about half a centimeter. Shape the dough into a large square. Trim the excess dough with a sharp knife.

5. Step 5: Add the cream in the middle of the dough and fold it lengthwise. Roll up the dough and cut it into pieces, forming small rolls. Place them on a baking tray.

6. Step 6: Let the rolls rest for 30 minutes. Then, brush them with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds before baking.

7. Step 7: Bake the Danish pastries at 180°C (350°F) for about 30 minutes. If the top doesn't turn golden, switch on the grill to brown them.

8. Step 8: Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool. Place them in a dish and pour the saffron syrup over them.

Notes for making Danish Pastry:

• In a toaster oven: Preheat the toaster oven to 200°C. Place a bowl of water in the toaster to create moisture, preventing the pastries from drying out. Place aluminum foil over the top heating element to prevent the pastries from drying out. Remove the foil towards the end of baking to get a golden color on top.