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Homemade Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze

Homemade Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze
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Homemade Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze is a classic Danish pastry featuring tender cinnamon-spiced apple slices enveloped in buttery, flaky layers of pastry, topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results with simple ingredients and offers customizable filling options to suit any occasion.

Ingredients

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Pastry Dough

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large egg yolks

Apple Filling

  • 4 cups fresh apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (about 3–4 medium apples)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Vanilla Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Combine all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, salt, sugar, and egg yolks in a bowl. Mix until the dough forms a buttery, flaky texture. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to roll out.
  2. Make the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. In a mixing bowl, toss the apple slices with granulated sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and a tablespoon of flour to create a juicy but thick filling that prevents sogginess.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and roll the chilled dough into a large rectangle approximately 12×16 inches. This will serve as the base for your filling and help form the traditional layered edges.
  4. Assemble the Kringle: Evenly spread the apple filling over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. Carefully fold the dough over the filling and shape it into a long oval or oblong form. Gently crimp the edges to seal in the filling.
  5. Bake Until Golden: Place the assembled kringle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 35-40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown, flaky, and the apple filling is bubbling.
  6. Prepare the Vanilla Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to form a smooth, pourable glaze. Drizzle generously over the warm kringle for a glossy finish.

Notes

  • Keep your butter cold to ensure a flaky pastry texture.
  • Do not overfill the kringle to avoid leakage during baking.
  • Roll dough evenly for consistent baking and flaky layers.
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith to balance sweetness.
  • Apply vanilla glaze while the kringle is still warm for a shiny finish.

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Keywords: apple kringle, danish pastry, vanilla glaze, homemade pastry, cinnamon apple, flaky pastry, breakfast dessert, fall dessert

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