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Wisconsin Apple Kringle Recipe

Wisconsin Apple Kringle Recipe
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Wisconsin Apple Kringle is a flaky, buttery pastry filled with sweet apple pie filling and aromatic cardamom. This traditional Danish-inspired dessert is beloved in Wisconsin, featuring a tender yeasted dough wrapped around cinnamon-spiced apples, then topped with a delicate vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert treat.

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, combine the warm whole milk, 2 teaspoons water, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Mix Dough: Add the yeast mixture and 1 beaten egg to the flour mixture. Stir gently just until the dough starts to come together; be careful not to overmix to keep the dough tender and flaky. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and relax the gluten.
  3. 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 dough and sprinkle with ground cardamom for an aromatic twist. Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise and seal the edges carefully to keep the filling inside. Shape the dough into an oval or horseshoe form and transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Optionally, brush the top of the shaped kringle with a little egg wash for a shiny golden finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 22–25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and flaky. Once baked, transfer the kringle to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
  5. Add Glaze: While the kringle cools, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2-3 teaspoons of water until smooth and pourable. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled pastry. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving your delicious Wisconsin Apple Kringle.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is very cold for flaky layers in the dough.
  • Warm the milk to about 110°F to activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Letting the dough rest in the refrigerator improves texture and flavor.
  • Use fresh or high-quality apple pie filling for best taste.
  • Glaze can be adjusted in consistency by adding more or less water.
  • Store leftover kringle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat gently before serving to restore flakiness.

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Keywords: Wisconsin Apple Kringle, apple pastry, Danish pastry, apple pie filling, flaky pastry dessert, cardamom pastry, glazed apple kringle

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