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Irresistible Apple Kringle with Creamy Vanilla Glaze Recipe

Learn how to make delicious Apple Kringle with Vanilla Glaze. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients, especially fresh apples and quality butter. I always choose crisp, tart apples like Granny Smith because they hold up well during baking and provide a lovely contrast to the sweet glaze. Using cold butter for the pastry is essential to achieve that flaky texture I adore—something my mom taught me long ago. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

If you’re looking for a substitute, feel free to swap the apples for pears or even peaches in season. For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil in place of butter and almond milk for the glaze.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the cold water, mixing just until the dough comes together. Avoid overworking it to keep the pastry flaky.
  4. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a bowl. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
  6. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 12×8 inches.
  7. Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  8. Carefully roll the dough lengthwise into a log, then shape it into a loose oval or ring, pinching the edges to seal.
  9. Transfer the kringle to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  10. Allow to cool slightly, then whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to make a smooth glaze.
  11. Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm kringle just before serving for that perfect sweet finish.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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