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Homemade Blueberry Lemon Danish

Homemade Blueberry Lemon Danish

This Homemade Blueberry Lemon Danish combines sweet blueberries and zesty lemon for a delightful pastry treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 375 g baking mix This pre-mixed blend saves time.
  • 38 g granulated sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 85 g unsalted butter, softened Creates a rich texture.
  • 240 ml milk Adds moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest Infuses zesty flavor.
For the Filling
  • 595 g blueberry pie filling Packs a punch of sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 16 g plain flour Helps absorb moisture.
  • 16 g quick oats Adds a wholesome element.
  • 28 g cold butter Creates a crumbly texture.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Adds more zesty goodness.
For the Glaze
  • 90 g powdered sugar Provides sweet icing.
  • 15 ml lemon juice Adds tanginess to the glaze.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F) and line three baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix together the baking mix, granulated sugar, and softened butter in a large bowl.
  3. Scoop 6 spoonfuls of dough onto each prepared baking sheet.
  4. Fill each pastry well with the blueberry pie filling.
  5. Prepare the topping by combining plain flour, quick oats, cold butter, and lemon zest.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
  7. Cool the pastries on the tray for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  8. Whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and glossy.
  9. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled pastries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, ensure your butter is softened but not melted. Allow pastries to cool slightly before transferring them to avoid breaking.

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