Wisconsin Apple Kringle
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup whole milk, warm
- 2 tsp water
- 1 egg
- 2 oz apple pie filling
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tsp water (for glaze)
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk, water, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the yeast mixture and egg. Stir just until dough comes together—do not overmix.
- Form into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out chilled dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread apple pie filling down the center and sprinkle with cardamom.
- Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise, sealing the edges. Shape into an oval or horseshoe form and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with a bit of egg wash (optional) and bake for 22–25 minutes, until golden brown and flaky. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Mix powdered sugar, vanilla, and water until smooth. Drizzle over cooled Kringle and let set before slicing.