Marzipan Christmas Kringle (Juleskringle)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Scrumptious Marzipan Christmas Kringle recipe for your holiday celebrations
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

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Ingredients

1/2 cup warm milk
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 ( .25 ounce ) envelope active dry yeast
1 cup heavy cream
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup butter
1 can almond paste
1/2 cup crushed sliced almonds
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg white , beaten
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
560
Sugar
22g
Fat
31g
The Marzipan Christmas Kringle, also known as Juleskringle, is a popular Christmas pastry in Denmark. This flaky and delicious pastry is perfect for any holiday celebration. Its unique shape and delicious filling make it a centerpiece on the dessert table. The filling, made of grated almond paste, crushed almonds, sugar, cinnamon, and almond extract, gives the pastry a subtle sweetness with a hint of warm spice. The pastry is relatively easy to make, but the results are impressive. It's a must-try for anyone looking to add some Danish holiday cheer to their festivities.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine warm milk and sugar, then add yeast and let sit for 5 minutes.
2.In a large bowl, mix heavy cream, flour, sugar, salt, and cardamom together. Knead for 5 minutes until dough is elastic.
3.Roll the dough out into a rectangle.
4.Soften butter and spread it over the dough.
5.Grate almond paste and spread it over the dough, followed by crushed almonds, sugar, cinnamon, and almond extract.
6.Roll the dough into a long stoll and form into a circle.
7.Brush the dough with egg white and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
8.Bake for 20 minutes at 375°F. Cool and serve.

PROS

The Marzipan Christmas Kringle is a beautifully shaped pastry with a delicious almond and cinnamon filling that’s perfect for your holiday dessert platter.

CONS

With the rich cream and butter in this pastry, it’s high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.

The process of making a Kringle can be time-consuming and tedious for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The almonds in this pastry can lower bad cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of diabetes and heart disease, and boost bone health.
The cinnamon in the filling can lower blood sugar and reduce inflammation, making it a great addition to any diet.

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