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Wisconsin Apple Kringle Recipe

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This Wisconsin Apple Kringle is a delightful pastry featuring a flaky, buttery dough filled with sweet apple pie filling and a hint of cardamom. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, this traditional Scandinavian-inspired treat is perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/3 cup whole milk, warm
  • 2 tsp water
  • 1 egg

Filling

  • 2 oz apple pie filling
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tsp water (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, water, and active dry yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add the yeast mixture and egg, stirring just until the dough comes together—be careful not to overmix. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and rest.
  2. Shape the Kringle: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle. Spread the apple pie filling evenly down the center of the rectangle and sprinkle with ground cardamom for a fragrant twist. Carefully fold the dough over the filling lengthwise, sealing the edges securely. Shape the assembled dough into an oval or horseshoe shape and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake: Optionally, brush the top of the shaped Kringle with a bit of egg wash to enhance the golden color and shine. Bake the pastry in the preheated oven for 22–25 minutes, or until it is golden brown and flaky. Once baked, remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack to set the texture.
  4. Add Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2–3 teaspoons of water until you achieve a smooth glaze consistency. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled Kringle. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use cold butter to achieve a flaky dough texture.
  • Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast.
  • Do not overmix the dough to maintain flakiness.
  • Egg wash is optional but recommended for a glossy finish.
  • Let the Kringle cool completely before glazing to prevent glaze from melting.

Keywords: Wisconsin Apple Kringle, apple pastry, flaky pastry, cardamom apple dessert, vanilla glaze, traditional Kringle

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