Indulge in the exquisite symphony of flavors with almond coconut kringles, a delightful pastry that tantalizes taste buds with its delicate layers and irresistible fillings. Originating from Denmark, these pastries are characterized by their unique shape, resembling a pretzel, and are often enjoyed during special occasions and gatherings.
Embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of almond coconut kringle recipes. Discover the classic almond kringle, a time-honored recipe that showcases the harmonious blend of almond paste and coconut filling, wrapped in flaky layers of pastry. For those seeking a tropical twist, the coconut kringle offers a vibrant explosion of coconut flavor, featuring a luscious coconut filling enveloped in golden pastry.
If you prefer a richer experience, the almond coconut kringle combines the best of both worlds, boasting a generous filling of almond paste and coconut, creating a decadent treat that will leave you craving more. And for those with a sweet tooth, the chocolate almond coconut kringle elevates the classic recipe with a layer of rich chocolate, adding an extra layer of indulgence.
DANISH PUFF (ALMOND KRINGLE)
Learn how to make this easy Danish Puff (Almond Kringle), a sweet, flaky treat your family won't be able to resist!
Provided by Ginnie
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
DANISH ALMOND KRINGLE
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and milk. Let stand until the yeast dissolves and begins to foam, about 10 minutes. Stir in the cream.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and cardamom. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Fold in the yeast mixture just until the dough is moistened. Cover and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
- Turn the chilled dough out onto a lightly floured surface. With a rolling pin, pound the dough until flattened to a 2-inch thickness, then roll the dough out into a 24-inch square.
- To prepare the filling, blend the almond paste, almonds, sugar, cinnamon, and almond extract together. Spread the filling to within 1 inch of the edges of the square, and roll the dough up as tightly as possible.
- Sprinkle the sugar for the topping on the work surface. Roll the dough firmly into the sugar to coat it well, and, at the same time, stretch it to form a log of dough 36 to 40 inches long.
- Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the roll on the paper in the shape of a pretzel. Brush the surface with the egg white and sprinkle with the almonds. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes, or until puffy but not doubled.
- Position the oven racks so that they are evenly spaced. Preheat the oven to convection bake at 300°F. Bake in the center of the oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden. Remove the bread from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
KRINGLE
A classic pastry that originated in Racine, Wis., the American kringle has a flaky, buttery crust and a sweet, tender filling. This one, which is adapted from "Midwest Made: Big, Bold Baking from the Heartland" by Shauna Sever, is rich with almond paste. While kringles are best served within a day or two of baking, they can also be frozen. Just wait to ice them after defrosting, otherwise the icing gets a little sticky.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories brunch, snack, pastries, dessert
Time 2h
Yield 2 (10-inch) kringles (about 12 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Prepare the dough: In the bowl of a food processor, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, yeast and salt. Pulse a few times to blend. Add butter and pulse 10 times, or until butter chunks are broken down by about half.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Scrape flour mixture into the bowl and use a flexible spatula to stir together until nearly all the flour is moistened. Use your hand to quickly knead the dough to bring it together. Transfer dough to a work surface, pat into a rectangle, and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 2 days.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll chilled dough into a roughly 8-by-15-inch rectangle. Fold the two short sides of the rectangle toward the center, folding the rectangle into thirds, like a letter. Rotate dough 90 degrees, then roll out again into a 8-by-15-inch rectangle; fold into thirds again. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 20 minutes.
- Roll the dough out into a roughly 8-by-15-inch rectangle, fold into thirds, wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 20 minutes two more times. At this point, wrapped dough can be kept in the refrigerator up to 3 days, or freezer for 2 months.
- Prepare the filling: In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine almond paste, butter, confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons of the egg whites and the salt. Beat to combine, then beat in lemon juice, adding more to taste, if you like.
- Line two rimmed sheet pans with parchment paper. Unwrap the dough and cut in half.
- On a lightly floured work surface, roll each half into a 6-by-24-inch rectangle. Spread 1/2-cup filling on each in an even strip down the center (about 2 1/2-inches wide).
- Fold one long side over the filling, leaving the remaining third of the dough exposed. Use a pastry brush to the open border of dough with reserved egg whites on both the long side and two short ends. Fold the second long side over the first; pinch and press the seam tightly along the length and at both short ends, sinking your fingertips into the pastry to create a tight seal.
- Remeasure dough to make sure it's at least 24 inches long; if necessary, stretch it back out. Form into an oval, then tuck one end into the other. Pinch and press the seam together, then transfer oval to prepared sheet pans and flip over so it's seam-side down. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm spot for 30 to 45 minutes, or until slightly puffy.
- When ready to bake, heat oven to 375 degrees. Brush pastry with more egg white, then bake until golden, about 25 minutes, rotating sheet pans from front to back and top to bottom halfway through.
- As soon as the pastries come out of the oven (and the pastries are piping hot!), do something that seems a little crazy: Compress each pastry slightly by using the sheet pan with the other pastry on it, setting the sheet pan on top of the pastry and pressing gently to eliminate the air pocket between the pastry and filling. Transfer the sheet pans to wire racks and allow pastries to cool completely.
- Prepare the icing: In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners' sugar, vanilla, fine sea salt and 4 teaspoons water. Spread icing over tops of the kringles. Let icing dry before slicing and serving.
Tips:
- Make sure the almond paste is at room temperature before using, as this will make it easier to work with.
- If you don't have almond paste, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor until they form a paste.
- The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Just bring it to room temperature before using.
- To make the kringles easier to shape, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface.
- Be careful not to overfill the kringles, as they will burst open during baking.
- Bake the kringles until they are golden brown and the filling is set.
Conclusion:
Almond coconut kringles are a delicious and festive pastry that is perfect for any occasion. With their flaky dough, sweet almond filling, and coconut topping, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give these kringles a try!
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