Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze
This delightful pastry combines a buttery dough with tender apples and a sweet glaze, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Filling
- 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate small bowl, mix warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add the yeast mixture, egg, and softened butter to the flour mixture. Stir until it forms a dough.
- Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling
- In another bowl, mix diced apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Set aside.
Bake
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log from the long side.
- Shape the log into a spiral on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the kringle cool.
Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle over the cooled kringle.
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Notes
To make your apple kringle truly shine, consider using a mix of apples for depth of flavor. Avoid overfilling the dough to prevent sogginess, and ensure the dough's thickness is appropriate for proper rising. Leftovers can be stored in plastic wrap or an airtight container; it stays fresh at room temperature for up to three days or can be refrigerated for up to a week.