Danish Almond Ring

Directions

Heat oven to 375℉ (190℃).

Lightly grease cookie sheet.

In a small bowl, using fork, combine sugar, margarine and almond paste, mix well.

Set aside.

Unroll dough into 2 long rectangles; over lap long sides to form 1 large rectangle.

Firmly press perforations to seal. Press or roll out 16×8 inch rectangle, cut lengthwise into three equal strips. Place 3 tablespoons filling mixture evenly down center of each strip. Gently press filling to form 1 inch wide strip. Overlap side of dough over filling, firmly pinch edges to seal. On ungreased cookie sheet, loosely braid 3 filled strips. Form braid into ring; pinch ends of strips together to seal. Brush with egg; sprinkle with sugar and almonds. Bake at 375℉ (190℃). for 15 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes, remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm.