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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 a hint of warm cardamom spice. This Scandinavian-inspired treat boasts layers of tender dough wrapped around a deliciously spiced apple core, topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, it’s a delightful blend of textures and flavors that brings a taste of Wisconsin’s famous bakery staple right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 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, 2 tsp water, and yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until foamy to activate the yeast. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture until it looks like coarse crumbs. Add the yeast mixture and the egg, stirring just until the dough starts to come together—avoid overmixing. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and rest.
  2. Shape the Kringle: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a large rectangle. Spread the apple pie filling evenly down the center of the rectangle, then sprinkle the ground cardamom over the filling for warmth and spice. Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise, carefully sealing the edges to enclose the apple mixture. Shape the dough into an oval or horseshoe and transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake: Optionally brush the surface with a little beaten egg for a shiny finish. Bake the kringle in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and flaky. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack before adding the glaze.
  4. Add Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 to 3 teaspoons of water to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle this over the cooled kringle and allow it to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the milk is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Do not overwork the dough to maintain flakiness in the pastry.
  • Chilling the dough helps in easier handling and improves the texture.
  • Use fresh apple pie filling or homemade for best flavor.
  • The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less water.
  • Kringle is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days.

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