These Almond Delight Kringles are a scrumptious pastry filled with a rich almond cream and topped with a sweet icing. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water
2 pieces eggs
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon cream
Method
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, cut 1/2 cup of chilled butter into 1 cup of all-purpose flour using a pastry cutter or knife. Gradually incorporate 1 tablespoon of water, mixing until the texture resembles coarse crumbs with a few larger pieces.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to create a rectangle about 3 to 4 inches wide, then carefully transfer it onto a rectangular baking tray.
For the creamy filling, bring 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of butter to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 1 cup of flour until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next. Finally, mix in 1 teaspoon of almond extract, then spread the filling evenly over the rolled dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, noting that the pastry may slightly collapse as it cools.
While the kringle bakes, prepare the icing by whisking together confectioners' sugar, cream, 1 tablespoon of softened butter, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of almond extract until smooth and creamy.
Once removed from the oven, promptly drizzle the icing over the kringle for a delightful finishing touch.
