How to Make Swedish Kringles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Swedish Kringles are a traditional Scandinavian pastry that originated in Sweden. These delicious pastries are a staple in Swedish cuisine and are often enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea. The name "Kringles" comes from the Swedish word "kringla," which means pretzel, and the pastry is typically shaped like a pretzel or a figure-eight.

Swedish Kringles are known for their rich, buttery flavor and flaky texture. They are often filled with a sweet almond paste or a cinnamon sugar filling, ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 tablespoon water, or as needed
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons almond extract, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Make the dough: Cut 1/2 cup butter into 1 cup flour using a knife or pastry blender. Add 1 tablespoon water (or as needed) and mix until crumbly, leaving pea-sized chunks. On a floured surface, roll dough out to 3 or 4 inches in width. Place onto a rectangular cookie sheet.
  • Make the filling: In a small saucepan over high heat, bring 1 cup water and 1/2 cup butter to a boil. Remove from the heat and stir in remaining 1 cup flour; mix until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon almond extract. Spread filling over dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes. The pastry will fall a little as it cools.
  • Meanwhile, make the icing: Combine confectioners' sugar, cream, 1 tablespoon butter, and remaining 1 teaspoon almond extract.
  • Remove kringle from the oven and immediately spread icing over top.
  • Nutrition

    427 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 137mg
    • Sodium: 202mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 68mg