Cookbook author Shauna Severs take on the classic holiday kringle features a savvy shortcut.

Today, Racine bakeries such asO&HandBendtsensship the beloved treat all over the country.

Her version amps up a traditional almond filling with an apricot fruit spread.

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Wait to ice it until after defrosting, or the powdered sugar glaze can get a bit sticky.

When you’re ready to defrost, place the unwrapped kringle in the oven at 350F for 3 minutes.

Add icing before serving.

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To achieve the same effect with a little less labor, Shauna uses afood processor.

Once the dough comes together, roll out into an 815-inch rectangle, using a ruler as a guide.

This is a good thing!

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Thanks to the food processor, the butter is already somewhat incorporated before you even start to fold.

Beat on medium until combined, about 1 minute.

This is what you want.

how to make kringle dough steps

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Your end result should be flaky, but not as much as a croissant.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

how to make kringle dough steps

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