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Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze

A delightful pastry with tender dough, spiced apples, and a sweet vanilla drizzle, perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Scandinavian
Keyword: Apple Kringle, Baked Goods, Dessert Recipe, pastry, Vanilla Glaze
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

Dough

  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 225 g unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 60 ml cold water

Apple Filling

  • 3 medium apples, peeled and diced
  • 100 g brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Vanilla Glaze

  • 120 g powdered sugar
  • 30 ml milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and sugar until well combined.
  • Cut in the chilled, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly.
  • Gradually add the cold water, mixing gently until a dough begins to form. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
  • Wrap the dough in cling film and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the apple filling. In a separate bowl, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.

Baking

  • Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  • On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle. Place it onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Spoon the apple filling down the centre of the dough, leaving space at the edges.
  • Cut 2.5 cm diagonal slits on each side of the dough. Fold the dough over the apple mixture to create a braided effect, sealing the ends to secure the filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Once baked, allow the Kringle to cool for about 10 minutes on a wire rack.

Glazing

  • While cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth, creating your glaze.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled Kringle, allowing it to set before slicing.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavour!

Notes

This delicious Apple Kringle is best enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. For a special presentation, garnish with apple slices or cinnamon.