Let me take you to the delicious heart of Wisconsin where the air is brisk, the leaves are as gold as the setting sun, and the aroma of fresh baked pastries fills the air. Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle is a flaky, buttery pastry filled with baked, tender, cinnamon spiced apples, all wrapped up in a delicate, oval-shaped kringle. It is like a warm hug on a cool fall morning.
I can hear your thoughts. Baking a kringle sounds intimidating. But do not fret! This Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle recipe is here to change your mind. This version is easier than the classic Danish pastry that has been perfected in Wisconsin for decades. The best part? You will not be labeled an incompetent baker for making this Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle. It only takes a few ingredients and a little heart to make a perfect kringle that everyone will want another piece.
So what makes this recipe so special? It’s the combination of unique flavors and textures! The buttery pastry is light and flaky, while the apple filling includes touches of sweetness, tanginess, and spices. Then a drizzle of icing gives it the just right amount of sweetness. It’s a showstopper of a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious. The Apple Kringle will definitely wow guests at holiday gatherings, brunches, or cozy nights at home.
But now here is the kicker: This recipe is also versatile! If you enjoy making traditional apple kringle, go for it! If you ever desire a different filling, now you’ve got a basic kringle recipe to fill as you please. If you’re like me, you will find yourself using this easy recipe over and over again so you have more than one version. It’s one of those recipes you can seem to make fit with any occasion.
So throw on that apron, preheat your oven, and let’s get baking! Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle is about to be your new favorite dessert! Once you take that first bite, you’ll understand why this pastry has been a tradition for so long in Wisconsin!
Recipe Overview
This Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle is the solution you need if you are looking for a dessert that is impressive yet easy to make! You will definitely impress your family and friends with the flaky pastry, spiced apple filling, and finish with a simple drizzle of icing!
This recipe is so easy to make. I purposely used shortcuts to making kringles, sites with amazing kringle recipes are very labor intensive with the pie crust portion taking hours to make, you won’t find that here! You have the same great flavor without the hassle. It will taste just as good as anything you could buy in a bakery in Wisconsin!
The flavor is really what is most impressive about kringles, this recipe combines tender apples and warm cinnamon wrapped in buttery pastry with icing on top, you can’t go wrong!
This is simply an outstanding recipe and an absolute must make. I don’t care whether you are experienced, novice, or a total rookie… you’ve got to try this recipe! You will have friends and family begging for the recipe, and with all that being shared, you will want to share this recipe too!
A Thrilling Story
I wish to share with you all, the first time I made this Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle for my family. It was a cold Sunday morning and I wanted to bring a little joy to my husband and kids. I had been eyeing this recipe for weeks, and finally mustered up the courage to bake it.
As the kringle baked in the oven, our home filled with the most wonderful scent of cinnamon and apples, and my kids were non-stop opening the kitchen door to sneak a peek. When I took it out of the oven, it was flaky and golden, with the most beautiful glaze on top.
We all sat down at the table; I remembered the first bite – the silence that fell over the table, and the kids and my husband’s forks stopped before the next bite. My husband is not a dessert guy it was exciting watching him go back for seconds and the kids asking if I could make it again the next day.
This kringle has been accepted into our family. It is quite literally a dessert for every holiday, for a birthday, for continuing a Wisconsin tradition, for all of that and just because. It will define a recipe in our family much more than just that; it will become a memory and a tradition, and a little piece of Wisconsin we took home.
Reasons to Love This Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle
This Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle is a total winner if you love baking. Here’s why :
- Flaky, Buttery Pastry : The base of this kringle is a light and flaky pastry that’s very simple to make.
- Spiced Apple Filling : The filling is tender apples, cinnamon, and a little nutmeg—so perfectly spiced.
- Sweet Icing Drizzle : The easy glaze adds sweetness to balance the tart apples.
- Flexible & Adaptable : You can easily switch out the apple filling for another fruit filling or nurture the crust with nuts.
Tips For Making Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle
- Make sure to use cold puff pastry. You’ll get a better finished product.
- Try not to overfill the pastry—it will be harder to roll up if it is jammed with filling, but the more filling you can get in…
- Allow the kringle to cool slightly before adding the glaze, otherwise it will melt the icing.
Substitutions & Variations
- Replace the apples with pears, peaches, or berries.
- Add a layer of cream cheese filling for more decadence.
- Try pecans or almonds instead of walnuts.
Make a Healthier Variation
- Use a lower fat puff pastry, or phyllo dough.
- Replace sugar with honey, or maple syrup.
- Omit the glaze, or lightly dust with powdered sugar.
Wrapping Up Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle
And there you have it — an Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle that’s as much fun to make, as it is to eat! We can’t wait to hear how your dish turns out, and please check out some of our other recipes too.
Easy Wisconsin Apple Kringle
Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Wisconsin with this Apple Kringle recipe. Layers of flaky pastry filled with sweet apple filling and topped with a drizzle of icing, this dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle. In a bowl, toss the apple slices with sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle with walnuts if desired.
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Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling, then roll it into an oval shape. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
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While the kringle cools, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle over the kringle and let it set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2417.13kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 114.39g176%
- Saturated Fat 26.23g132%
- Cholesterol 3.6mg2%
- Sodium 628.91mg27%
- Potassium 729.45mg21%
- Total Carbohydrate 338.06g113%
- Dietary Fiber 15.87g64%
- Sugars 209.35g
- Protein 24.4g49%
- Vitamin A 261.69 IU
- Vitamin C 17.23 mg
- Calcium 140.66 mg
- Iron 7.89 mg
- Vitamin D 0.33 mcg
- Vitamin E 2.25 mg
- Vitamin K 49.14 mcg
- Thiamin 1.15 mg
- Riboflavin 0.91 mg
- Niacin 10.94 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.38 mg
- Folate 231.26 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.16 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.51 mg
- Phosphorus 321.38 mg
- Magnesium 109.78 mg
- Zinc 2.54 mg
- Selenium 62.4 mcg
- Copper 0.87 mg
- Manganese 2.8 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
