Description

This Apple Cinnamon Kringle with Vanilla Glaze is a flaky, buttery pastry filled with sweet cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. It’s the perfect cozy dessert or breakfast treat that feels bakery-quality but is easy to make at home.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

For the Filling:

2 cups apples, peeled and diced

1/4 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1 tablespoon butter

1 teaspoon lemon juice

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons milk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Let cool slightly.

3. Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle.

4. Spread the apple mixture down the center of the pastry.

5. Fold the sides over the filling and seal edges. Shape into an oval or ring.

6. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.

7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.

8. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

9. Drizzle glaze over warm pastry.

10. Slice and serve.

Notes

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor balance.

Let the filling cool before adding to pastry to prevent sogginess.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Warm slightly before serving for best taste.