Kringles
Delight your taste buds with the irresistible flakiness and rich almond flavor of homemade Kringles! This traditional Scandinavian pastry features buttery, golden layers wrapped around a luscious almond filling made with almond paste, brown sugar, and a hint of almond extract. Perfectly balanced between sweet and nutty, the kringle is baked to perfection and finished with a velvety powdered sugar glaze, with a sprinkle of sliced almonds for added crunch if desired. With its elegant oval or pretzel shape, it’s not only a treat for the palate but also a show-stopping centerpiece for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Ideal for special occasions or cozy mornings, this recipe combines a tender, yeasted dough and deliciously spiced filling to create an unforgettable pastry experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 0.5 cup Warm milk (around 110°F)
- 1 large Egg
- 0.75 cup Almond paste
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (for icing)
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the yeast mixture and the egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overwork the dough. It will be sticky.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape it into a rectangle, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
After chilling, roll the dough out into a large rectangle (about 16x8 inches) on a floured surface.
In a medium bowl, mix together the almond paste, brown sugar, and almond extract to create the filling.
Spread the filling evenly down the center length of the rectangle, leaving 1 inch on the sides for sealing.
Fold one side of the dough over the filling and then the other side, overlapping slightly. Pinch the edges to seal.
Shape the filled dough into an oval or pretzel shape and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let the shaped dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the kringle for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely before icing.
To make the icing, whisk together powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled kringle.
Optional: Sprinkle with sliced almonds for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.2 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.2 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 780 mg | 260% | |
| Sodium | 2598 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 490.5 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 248.9 g | ||
| Protein | 57.0 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 494 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1172 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.
