Danish Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Measure first cup of flour into bowl.
3. 3
   Cut in 1/2 cup butter.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons water and mix with fork.
5. 5
   Form into ball and divide in half.
6. 6
   Pat with hands into 2 large strips (3 x 12-inches).
7. 7
   Place 2-inches apart on greased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Mix 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup water in small saucepan and bring to rolling boil.
9. 9
   Remove from heat and add extract.
10. 10
    Stir in flour, all at once.
11. 11
    When smooth and thick, add one egg at a time, beating smoothly.
12. 12
    Divide and spread half evenly over each piece of pastry.
13. 13
    Bake 60 minutes.
14. 14
    Frost at once with confectioners sugar icing and sprinkle with chopped nuts.