SWEDISH KRINGLE

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Surprisingly easy to make, this is a family favorite for Christmas mornings. Our church ladies always made this pastry for the St. Lucia service.

Provided by connie A.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 20 pieces, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 -4 tablespoons ice water
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup flour
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon soft butter
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 -2 tablespoon cream or 1 -2 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Part 1: Cut butter into flour and add sufficient cold water to form into pie crust, divide into two balls. Flatten each into a 3" wide strip on cookie sheet.
  • Part 2: Put water and butter in saucepan, and heat to boiling. Remove from stove and add flour all at once. Stir until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until smooth each time. Add almond extract and spread onto the strips.
  • Bake: 425 degrees F for 15 minutes.
  • Then 400 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Cool and frost.
  • Cut into 1" strips for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.5, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 116.3, Sodium 161.7, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 12, Protein 4.7

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