Blackberry Ginger Danish Pastry
If you’re in search of a unique and seasonal brunch treat that’s extra special, look no further than this incredible Danish pastry recipe! The blackberry ginger filling is an explosion of summer flavors- you’ll want to eat it with a spoon! Crunchy toasted almonds and a sweet vanilla bean glaze are like the icing on the cake!
Hoo, guys. I’m tired. I’ve got about 10 minutes to write this out before I’m on to the next thing.
It’s been a crazy day. After the kids were off to school I had about a hot second to drizzle icing on these babies and then I had to go meet my younger son’s kindergarten class at a local pond. I don’t know what the heck I was thinking, but when I heard it was a fishing trip, it somehow did NOT occur to me that I would be expected to touch things like worms, algae, and actual fish. I am the biggest sissy on the planet. Luckily there were plenty of actual adults on hand to help out.
On the drive home I started feeling that old familiar afternoon slump. Maybe it was the heat that got to me but I just really felt like I needed a pick-me-up so I stopped at Starbucks to check out that s’mores frap everyone’s been buzzing about. Wowza! It most definitely provided that caffeine and sugar high that I was looking for. It got me through the picture taking and editing, but now that’s done and I’m crashing and burning once again. zzzzzz…..
Welp, I’ve still got a little league game plus homework and baths before I can chill. But before I get on with that I want to tell you about these bad boys.
Dude. The filling! I am telling you. Insane. Go get yourself some blackberries, immediately, and make this filling. If you make nothing else from this post, just make the filling. Spread it on buttered bread or spoon it over ice cream. It is the best thing I have tasted in a long time, and I taste a lot of really good things.
It only takes about 15 minutes to toss the fresh blackberries in sugar and cornstarch, add a little water and some lemon, and a fat pinch of this lightly dried ginger. This is a new product and I just loved it. The combination of blackberries and ginger is definitely a winner.
And the contrast with butter-y, flaky Danish pastry is outta this world. I’ve always liked Danish, but homemade Danish is on a whole different level. It’s been on my bucket list for a while, and I’m so glad I finally took the plunge. It wasn’t nearly as complicated as I’d built it up in my mind to be, and the result is simply stellar. I’ve got an easy-to-follow recipe PLUS video tutorial to guide you right through it. 😉
Just look how airy and light! Do you see all those flaky layers? Incredible. And those crunchy toasted almonds, with the vanilla bean glaze…! These blackberry ginger Danish + a cup of coffee = pure bliss.
Hope you have a fun and restful weekend!
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Blackberry Ginger Danish Pastry
Ingredients
For the Blackberry Ginger Filling
- 6 ounces fresh blackberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ginger, (I used Gourmet Garden's Lightly Dried Ginger)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, (juice of half a lemon)
- 1/4 cup water
For the Vanilla Bean Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 2 1/2 teaspoons milk
Additionally
- 1 batch Homemade Danish Dough
- egg wash, (1 egg beaten with a few teaspoons of water)
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
Make the Blackberry Ginger Filling:
- Place the berries, sugar, and cornstarch in a small pot and toss to combine.
- Add the ginger, lemon juice, and water, and cook over medium-high heat until syrup-y and thick, and most of the berries have broken apart but some chunks still remain (approx. 10-15 minutes).
- Cool completely.
Assemble the Danish Pastries:
- Cut the dough into three equal portions. Cut each third in half, and then cut each half into thirds. You should have 18 equal portions.
- Dust your hands and work surface lightly with flour, and roll each portion of dough into a ball. Flatten into discs about 1/8-inch thick, and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Place about a teaspoon of blackberry ginger filling in the center of each disc, cover lightly with plastic wrap, and allow to rise for one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F, and brush the exposed pastry with egg wash.
- Sprinkle with sliced almonds, and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Cool completely and drizzle with Vanilla Bean Glaze.
Make the Vanilla Bean Glaze:
- Stir the powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and milk together until smooth.
These bad boys look irresistible! And blackberry and ginger? Wowza, I’ll have to tuck that away in my memory for future reference!
Oh yeah! It’s a great combo. I was actually surprised by how delicious it was 😉 Thanks so much Nicole!
You’re welcome! By the way, after you mentioned it I tried out that s’mores frappuccino – omg, amazing! I know what my new summer drink is!
It’s really something, isn’t it!?
Love blackberries and these danishes look amazing! Have a great weekend Allie!
Thanks so much Mira! 🙂
These are so gorgeous, Allie! Love that blackberry filling, I could eat that up by the spoonful! Hope you get some time this weekend to catch up on some rest!
Thanks Kelly! I did and it was glorious! I feel so refreshed. Hope you have a wonderful week sweetie! xo
Gorgeous Danish pastries, Allie. My mouth is absolutely watering. And don’t feel alone on the ‘being a sissy’ thing. I once went ‘catch and release’ fishing with my family – a sport that I have mixed feelings about. Anyway, I didn’t understand the whole ‘set the hook’ thing and the fish swallowed the hook and died. So there I was, crying in the boat. (I know! Sissy extraordinaire, right!?) Anyway, an osprey swooped down and snatched it up which somehow comforted me – circle of life and all. 🙂
Have a wonderful weekend, sweet friend!
Oh my gosh! That is a really funny story! I would have been crying too for sure. Honestly I got freaked out just by the thought of killing the worm. But it sounds like your fish’s time was definitely up. 😉 Hope your weekend was awesome!
These look incredible! And I totally feel you on the craziness. My girls aren’t in school, but it means I’m home with the 3 year old and 6 month old and it always keeps things interesting! Definitely pinning these for when I get a moment for baking 🙂
Oh gosh! I remember those days and that is crazier by far. I loved when mine were that little, but I’m also really glad they’re bigger now and more independent. You’re a rockstar girl!
Woah! Blackberry ginger?! That sounds like a delicious flavour combo, totally have to make these 🙂
It is!!! I couldn’t get over how tasty they were together. I hope you get a chance to try it out Mel!
Wow, these look absolutely perfect – the blackberry+ginger combination has my mouth watering something crazy! If you weren’t already so busy (how do you do it all?!), I’d suggest you open a bakery!
Haha right??! Gosh I think I’d have to check myself into the looney bin! Thanks so much CakePants- hope you’re having a great week so far!
I would love a s’mores frap and one of these danishes right now!
Now that would really be something! Thanks so much for stopping by Beth!
Allie, these are just so pretty, and I love the filling. Ginger and blackberries is something I’ve never tried, but it sounds pretty darn amazing! Your son’s field trip sounds like so much fun! I’m also a complete wimp when it comes to slimy, squirmy things. I have two girls, and they LOVE being out in nature (bugs, dirt, and all), so I’ve had to toughen up 🙂 I hope you and your family have a relaxing weekend!
Oh gosh! I have no plans to toughen up, honestly! I’m so over it haha! Perfectly content to embrace the sissy I truly am. Thank you so much sweetie! Hope your week is off to a good start!
What a flavour combination!! Love these, they look gorgeous and delicious! 🙂
Thank you so much! I really loved the flavors! So summery 🙂 Hope you’re having a great one, Annie!
Anything with ginger in I’m a fan of and these are stunning danishes. I have to try this recipe.
Ginger is so good, right? I love what it does in both sweet and savory dishes, and it was really something special with the blackberries. Thanks so much Janette!
Stunning! Super creative flavors and if it’s the best thing you’ve tasted in awhile, I’m sold!
Haha yes! The ginger really added something unique. Thanks so much Kathleen! Hope you’re having a great week so far!
These are absolute gorgeous, Allie, and that filling sounds so delicious! I know I could eat it with a spoon. 🙂 Sounds like you had a fun fishing trip…haha and I’ve been hearing lots of stories about that s’mores frap! I’m almost afraid to try it. Have a great weekend!
I was hearing the stories too Marcie! I just had to see for myself. I will tell you- it’s delicious, but SO SUGARY SWEET! And I am a desserts person. I enjoyed it but honestly I would have liked it even better had it been a little less sweet. Thanks hon!
Allie, you don’t need to sell me on the filling. . it’s gorgeous!!! and blackberry ginger anything?!!! LOVE!!!! hope you guys have a great weekend!!! I love that they went to a local pond. . I was just listening to something on NPR yesterday talking about how more and more kindergarten classes have “nature” trips once a month where they actually have class outside for the entire day!! Kids can learn so much from being outside and exploring and I’m sure the kids had a blast fishing! anyway, it was so cool to hear what other schools in different states are doing!!! have a great weekend!!
That is so cool Alice! My kids don’t do it every month but they do have more than one field trip per school year. Which is more than I can remember having! Plus they have a few other outdoorsy things throughout the year, like field days and fundraising walks. It’s great that they get to breathe some fresh air and stretch their legs every once in a while! Thanks so much for the sweet compliments dear!
I’d have felt just about the same as you on that pond field trip! This week has been busy for me to – so glad it’s Friday! I wish I had one of these blackberry danish to start my morning. Beautiful photos!
Thanks Kristine! And boy I’m glad I’m not the only sissy! Haha!
As always, your recipes are beautiful and flavorful. You need a break after the week that you’ve been having. I remember how busy my childhood was between my sister’s travel soccer team, my mom’s involvement in our church, and my singing lessons and school plays. Hopefully you get some down time soon. 🙂
Aw, thank you! Yep it feels like I’m chasing my tail a lot of the time, but then I talk to other parents who are even doing so much more! But I am looking forward to the summer and things slowing down a bit with the extracurricular stuff 😛 Thanks Erin!