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Almond Kringle

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A delightful and flaky pastry filled with sweet almond paste, perfect for spring gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup almond paste
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Whisk the dry ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.
  2. Cut in the cold butter pieces until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Slowly stir in the cold water until a dough begins to form.
  4. Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for at least 60 minutes.
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. Spread the almond paste evenly over the rolled-out dough.
  7. Fold the dough into thirds like a letter, and roll it out again. Repeat this process 2-3 times.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Roll out the dough one last time to your desired shape of a kringle.
  10. Place your shaped kringle on a baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
  12. Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for the glaze.
  13. Drizzle the glaze over the warm kringle once baked.
  14. Serve warm with coffee or tea and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftover kringle in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze for up to a month.

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