Kringle

Indulge in the buttery, flaky layers of a classic Danish Kringle, a delectable pastry that's as beautiful as it is delicious. This homemade recipe combines a lightly sweetened yeast-based dough with a rich almond and cinnamon filling, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The dough is chilled for easy handling, ensuring a tender bite, while the golden-baked pastry is finished with a luscious vanilla glaze and optional crunchy chopped almonds. Whether served as a show-stopping centerpiece for brunch or a delightful dessert, this Kringle is guaranteed to impress with its elegant horseshoe shape and melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, this Danish-inspired treat is a must-try for any pastry lover.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Almond paste (or marzipan, grated)
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Whole milk (for icing)
• 0.25 cup Chopped almonds (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.

Step 2

Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, warm the milk to about 110°F (just warm to the touch) and stir in the active dry yeast and granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 4

Beat the egg into the milk and yeast mixture, then pour this into the flour mixture.

Step 5

Mix until the dough forms. It will be sticky but manageable. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight for easier handling).

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the almond paste, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until it forms a cohesive filling.

Step 9

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle roughly 14x8 inches.

Step 10

Spread the filling down the center of the dough, leaving about 2 inches of space on all sides.

Step 11

Fold the long sides of the dough over the filling, overlapping them slightly, and seal the edges by pinching them together.

Step 12

Carefully shape the pastry into an oval or horseshoe shape on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 14

To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.

Step 15

Drizzle the icing over the cooled Kringle and, if desired, sprinkle chopped almonds on top for added texture and flavor.

Step 16

Serve sliced and enjoy this delicious homemade Danish Kringle!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1030.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4114.1

Total Fat 222.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 753.8mg	0%
Sodium 1413.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 488.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 247.5g
Protein 53.4g	0%

Vitamin D 123.0IU	0%
Calcium 467.0mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1122.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 46.9%