Marzipan Christmas Kringle (Juleskringle)
I pulled out some old recipes.
Recipe Summary Marzipan Christmas Kringle (Juleskringle)
This marzipan tubular bread is an ABSOLUTE must for the Christmas season, and a traditional dinner would not be complete without this Christmas Kringle for dessert. It may seem complicated at first glance, but if you follow the recipe step by step, it is actually quite easy and you will amaze your family with this beautiful dessert. This is an extremely rich and decadent treat so guests only need a little. Often a coin is hidden in the kringle and it is thought that the finder will be guaranteed good luck for the upcoming year. As such, it is considered bad luck not to indulge at Christmas!Ingredients | Kringle Recipe Raspberry½ cup warm milk1 tablespoon white sugar1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast1 cup heavy cream3 ½ cups all-purpose flour¼ cup white sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cardamom½ cup butter1 (8 ounce) can almond paste½ cup crushed sliced almonds½ cup white sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon almond extract½ cup white sugar1 egg white, beaten½ cup sliced almondsDirectionsIn a small bowl, stir together the milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let stand for 10 minutes to dissolve. Stir in cream.In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, salt and cardamom. Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or pinching with your fingers until it is a course mealy texture. Stir in the yeast mixture until well blended. Pat into a ball, flatten slightly, then wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.To make the filling, mix the almond paste, almonds, sugar, cinnamon and almond extract using an electric mixer until evenly blended. It may be crumbly.Roll the chilled dough out into a 2 inch wide and 24 inch long rectangle. Spread the filling to within 2 inches of the sides and roll up into a tube. Cover your work surface with sugar, and roll the tube of dough in the sugar to coat thoroughly. Roll and stretch the dough out to form a long rope about 40 inches long. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and shape into a pretzel shape.Brush the top of the pretzel with egg white and sprinkle with almonds. Cover loosely with a towel and let rise for 45 minutes.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the kringle in the preheated oven until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Cut into slices to serve.Info | Kringle Recipe Raspberryprep: 30 mins cook: 30 mins additional: 14 hrs total: 15 hrs Servings: 15 Yield: 1 loaf
TAG : Marzipan Christmas Kringle (Juleskringle)Bread, Yeast Bread Recipes,