Description
Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect pastry at home with this ultimate almond kringle recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the yeast mixture, salt, and almond extract to the butter mixture; mix well.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread sliced almonds evenly over the top.
- Fold the dough over to encase the almonds and shape it into a kringle.
- Place the kringle on a baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the milk is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
- Feel free to add a filling of your choice, such as marzipan or fruit preserves.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Danish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg