Kringle

Food tradition ยท Racine, Wisconsin

Illustration of Kringle

Overview

Racine is famous for kringle, a flaky oval Danish pastry with fillings, and Wisconsin's official state pastry.

History

Danish immigrants brought kringle to Racine in the late 1800s.

Today

Racine bakeries ship kringle across the country, especially at the holidays.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.