Green Scallion Danish With Garlic Butter Recipe

Activate Yeast

In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.

Combine Ingredients

Add the melted butter and eggs to the dry ingredients. Pour in the activated yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

Knead Dough

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First Rise

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Prepare Filling

In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped green scallions, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Roll Out Dough

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.

Add Filling

Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Fold and Cut

Fold the dough over to create a rectangle and cut into strips. Twist each strip and shape them into spirals or knots.

Second Rise

Place the shaped Danish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat Oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Bake

Bake the Danish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Make Garlic Butter

In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt until well combined.

Brush with Garlic Butter

Once the Danish are baked, remove them from the oven and immediately brush generously with garlic butter.

Serve Warm

Let the Danish cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!