Follow these detailed steps to create your own Heavenly Maple Pecan Danish:

Preparing the Pastry Dough

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add Butter: Add the chilled, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix the cold water and lemon juice.
4. Form Dough: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
5. Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Preparing the Filling

6. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix the chopped pecans, brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Assembling the Danish

7. Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle approximately ¼ inch thick.
8. Add Filling: Spread the pecan mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
9. Fold and Shape: Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from a long side. Seal the edges by pinching them together.
10. Cut Slices: Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Baking

11. Prepare Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water. Brush the egg wash over each Danish.
12. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the Danish for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Adding the Maple Glaze

13. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth.
14. Glaze the Danish: Allow the Danish to cool slightly before drizzling the maple glaze over the top.