Danish Kringle

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup lukewarm water.
2. 2
   Mix dry ingredients with lard as for pie crust.
3. 3
   Mix beaten egg yolks and yeast into cooled milk, then mix with dry ingredients until smooth.
4. 4
   Cover and set in cool place overnight.
5. 5
   Divide dough in 4 parts.
6. 6
   Roll very thin into 8 x 12-inch pieces.
7. 7
   Spread dough with slightly beaten egg white, then spread with fruit or custard filling.
8. 8
   Fold the dough, one edge over 2/3 and the other edge over entire surface making 3 layers.
9. 9
   Place on well-greased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Shape into a kringle or in strips.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise for 2 hours.
12. 12
    Brush dough with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar.
13. 13
    Bake in a 350° oven until done.