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Blueberry Vanilla Custard Danish fresh out of the oven with blueberries and creamy custard

Blueberry Vanilla Custard Danish

A vibrant pastry combining sweet blueberries and creamy vanilla custard wrapped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry (use store-bought for best results)
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Blueberries (thaw and drain if using frozen)
For the Custard
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (adjust based on berry sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (use pure extract for best flavor)
  • 2 cups Milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 4 large Egg Yolks (use fresh eggs for richness)
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (for thickening custard)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (unsalted for better flavor control)
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (combine with milk and vanilla extract)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw the puff pastry according to package instructions. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick, then cut into rectangles or squares.
Making the Custard
  1. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to steam.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the heated milk to the yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
  4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter until smooth.
Assembling and Baking the Danish
  1. Place the cut pastry pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Spoon the custard onto the center of each piece, then top with blueberries.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
  4. Allow them to cool slightly before glazing.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a bowl, mix powdered sugar with a splash of milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over the cooled pastries.
Serving
  1. Enjoy warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional blueberries if desired.

Notes

For storage, keep leftover Danish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore its crispness.
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