Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze
If you’re in search of a comforting treat that adds warmth to any occasion, the Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze is your answer. This traditional Danish pastry is visually stunning and filled with sweet, spiced apples, making it perfect for breakfast, family gatherings, or a cozy snack. With its flaky pastry enveloping tender apples and topped with a creamy vanilla glaze, each bite feels like a warm embrace. Once you try this delightful kringle, it’s sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves about 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Danish
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the dough by mixing flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly. Add cold water to bind and chill for 30 minutes.
- For the filling, combine diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Roll out chilled dough into a rectangle on a floured surface; transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spoon apple mixture along the center of the dough. Cut slits on either side and fold over to create a braided effect.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze; drizzle over cooled kringle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg