Trader Joe's Kringle Recipe

Name: Trader Joe's Kringle Recipe
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: European, British
Ingredients: 130g all-purpose flour; 130g bread flour; 10g granulated sugar; 2 tsp instant yeast; ¾ tsp fine sea salt; 225g cold unsalted butter (grated or cubed); 80ml cold whole milk; 1 large egg; 2 egg whites (reserve for brushing); 170g almond paste; 60g unsalted butter; 30g powdered sugar; 2 tbsp beaten egg whites; Pinch of salt; Fresh lemon juice (to taste); 125g powdered sugar; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 4 tsp water; ¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted; Flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions

Prep:40minCook:25min

If you’ve ever walked into a Trader Joe's in Wisconsin, chances are you’ve spotted the famous Trader Joe's Kringle – a flaky, buttery pastry that has become a sweet symbol of the state. But did you know that this Danish-inspired treat has roots tracing back to the late 1800s? Danish immigrants in Racine, Wisconsin first introduced Kringles, and over time, they became a beloved bakery staple across the region.

Updated at: Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:26:26 GMT