Wisconsin Apple Kringle (Printable Format)

Tender pastry filled with spiced apples and finished with sweet vanilla glaze for a classic Wisconsin delight.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
05 - 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
06 - 1/3 cup whole milk, warmed
07 - 2 teaspoons water
08 - 1 large egg

→ Filling

09 - 2 ounces apple pie filling
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

→ Glaze

11 - 1 cup powdered sugar
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 2 to 3 teaspoons water

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Combine warm whole milk, water, and active dry yeast in a small bowl. Allow to sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and granulated sugar.
03 - Add cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture, cutting it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Add the yeast mixture and egg to the bowl and stir gently until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
06 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll the chilled dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Spread apple pie filling down the center and sprinkle with ground cardamom.
07 - Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise, sealing the edges. Shape into an oval or horseshoe and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
08 - Brush the dough with a beaten egg, if desired. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and flaky. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
09 - Mix powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and water until smooth. Drizzle over cooled pastry and allow glaze to set before slicing.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - Work quickly when handling the dough to prevent the butter from melting, which ensures a flaky pastry.