Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Rise Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Total: 3 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Kringle may not be a familiar pastry to many, but its origins go back to the 13th century in Denmark. To make it more relatable today, think of it as a sort of toaster strudel, except made into a large ring shape. The word originates from the old Norse word “Kringla” meaning circle. This delectable pastry that has been declared the official food of Wisconsin. Their version is made with many layers of flaky dough that takes three days to complete, but this recipe makes an easier sweet dough version for the home cook. The filling is a buttery, sweet combination of chopped pecans and cinnamon, making it perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
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2 cups bread flour, or all-purpose flour
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4 tablespoons sugar
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2 teaspoons active dry yeast
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1 teaspoon ground cardamom
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6 tablespoons salted butter
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1 large egg
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5 tablespoons warm milk
For the Filling:
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6 tablespoons salted butter, softened
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5 tablespoons coarsely chopped pecans
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5 tablespoons sugar
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
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1 large egg, beaten
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3 tablespoons sugar
For the Icing:
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3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
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3 to 4 teaspoons milk
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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For the dough, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and cardamom in a large bowl.
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Make a well in the center. Melt the butter and while it is still warm (not hot) pour it into the center and add the egg.
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Mix with a wooden spoon, gradually adding the milk. (You may not need all of the milk. The dough should be soft, but not tacky.) Knead lightly.
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Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Turn the dough in the bowl so the top is oiled. Cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm place until doubled in size. This can take 2 to 3 hours, depending on the warmth of the kitchen.
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Meanwhile, make the filling. In a large bowl, mix together the softened butter, chopped pecans, sugar, and cinnamon. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease the paper.
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On a large lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a strip 5 inches wide and 32 inches long.
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Spread the prepared filling down the center.
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Flip over the two long sides of the dough, one on top of the other, pinching to enclose the filling.
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Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and form into a large oval, pinching the edges together to seal the oval. Cover lightly with a towel and allow to rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
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Just before baking, brush the dough with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 20 minutes, or until it turns a nice golden brown. Cool completely before frosting.
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Prepare the icing. In a large bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and the milk, one teaspoon at a time, until desired spreadable consistency is achieved.
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Spread the icing over the top of the ring. Slice and serve.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 8 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 447 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 22g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 12g | 59% |
| Cholesterol 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium 162mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars 30g | |
| Protein 7g | |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 1% |
| Calcium 43mg | 3% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 106mg | 2% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |
