Easy Danish Kringle
Indulge in the flaky, buttery goodness of this Easy Danish Kringle, a simplified take on the classic Scandinavian pastry bursting with rich flavors and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with a buttery sour cream dough that comes together effortlessly, this kringle is filled with a sweet, nutty mixture of brown sugar, sliced almonds, cinnamon, and granulated sugar for a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Topped with a homemade vanilla egg wash for a golden finish and drizzled with a luscious powdered sugar glaze, each slice is a work of art—and it's ready in just under an hour! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a holiday dessert table, this homemade Danish Kringle recipe will leave your guests raving. Ideal for beginner bakers, it’s a quick and easy way to enjoy an authentic European treat without the fuss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and cold, cubed unsalted butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Stir in the sour cream until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two equal portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, prepare the filling by mixing the brown sugar, sliced almonds, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Roll out one portion of the chilled dough into a rectangle approximately 12x6 inches on a lightly floured surface.
Spread half the filling mixture down the center of the rectangle, leaving about an inch of border on each side.
Fold the long edges of the dough over the filling, overlapping slightly. Pinch the seams to seal and tuck the ends under. Transfer carefully to the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the rolling, filling, and folding steps with the second portion of dough.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with the vanilla extract. Brush this egg wash over the tops of the pastries.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle over the cooled kringles.
Let the glaze set for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4950 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 282.8 g | 363% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.1 g | 786% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 854 mg | 285% | |
| Sodium | 356 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 578.7 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 378.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.8 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 804 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1161 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
