This flaky, delicious pastry of Danish origins is actually Wisconsin’s state pastry. Once the milieu of a few folks down in Racine, the Kringle has become more popular than ever with bakeries across the state excelling at delivering this melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness.

Maybe it’s our unique heritage or maybe it’s just because we love a good sweet, but few places outside the great Dairy State even bother making this delectable treat. Great for special occasions, or just for a snack, Kringle is a sweet treat that I once heard likened to potato chips – you can never just eat one slice.

With recipes that are more than 100 years old and production that can take up to three days, this amazing pastry is a labor of love. Danish immigrants brought it with them to our area and now their descendants are making sure the tradition lives on.

Nobody loves Kringle like we love Kringle. Flaky and buttery, often made by hand, and filled with some of the most flavorful things you can imagine, Kringles are a unique and delicious Wisconsin treat. A true Danish Kringle must have 32 layers of flaky goodness.
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And while most of the state's Kringles are made in Racine, bakeries across the state have started adding this treat to their repertoire.
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And they're moving beyond the simple fruit fillings we're used to.
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A holiday favorite, Kringles don't have to be relegated to the colder months. This flaky pastry has been made in the state since the 1800's, many with recipes that were used by relatives decades ago.
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Though you may be used to that familiar oval, the traditional Danish Kringle is more of a pretzel shape. Either way, that's a long stretch of layered, buttery dough just waiting to be enjoyed.
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And in true Wisconsin fashion, we didn't stop with the pastry. There's now a Kringle Cream liquor that you can add to your favorite coffee, or drink straight up, to get that delicious flavor in a whole new way.
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Who makes your favorite Kringle? Are you a simple fruit-filled fan? Or do you love the new and interesting flavors bakeries are coming up with? Tell the truth – are you able to eat just a single slice or do you find yourself going back for more? Let us know in the comments!

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