Knead to Know

Wisconsin's favorite bakery, up close. Knead to Know covers kringle culture, baking how-tos, seasonal specials, and behind-the-scenes updates from Uncle Mike's Bake Shoppe.


Celebrating 25 Years of Uncle Mike’s Bake Shoppe

For 25 years, Uncle Mike’s Bake Shoppe has been baking up something special in Wisconsin. From one bakery in De Pere in 2001 to five locations and award-winning Wisconsin Kringle...

The Best Coffee Pairings for Kringle

What coffee goes best with Kringle? From a classic cup of Colectivo Coffee to cold brew and lattes made with our homemade vanilla bean syrup, discover some of our favorite...

Meet the Team: Andrea

Andrea started at Uncle Mike’s at just 15 years old, working behind the scenes after school. Nine years later, she’s now the store manager at our East Mason location. Meet...

What’s the Difference Between Kringle and Danish Pastry?

Kringle and Danish pastry share the same family roots, but they aren’t exactly the same. Discover what makes Wisconsin Kringle different—from its shareable size to its distinctive pretzel shape.

Why Is Our Kringle Shaped Like a Pretzel?

Ever wonder why Uncle Mike’s Kringle looks different? Our pretzel shape connects back to Kringle’s Danish roots—but we’ve added one small twist of our own to help it bake better.

Apple Season at Uncle Mike’s: Fresh, Local Apples Are Here

Fresh local apple season has arrived at Uncle Mike’s! Learn how apples from Hillside Apples become our Kringle, pies, strudels and caramel apples.

Can You Freeze Kringle? How to Store Kringle

Can you freeze Kringle? Yes! Kringle freezes very well, making it easy to save part of one for later or order several of your favorite flavors at once. For the...

What Is Wisconsin Kringle? History, Tradition & Why It's Unique

What is a Wisconsin Kringle? Learn about its history, what makes it unique, how it's made, and why this flaky, buttery pastry has become one of Wisconsin's most cherished traditions

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