Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken

Butterhorns, also known as Rugelach, Rugulach, Snails, or Schnecken, are traditional Jewish pastries that originated in Eastern Europe. They are often enjoyed during holidays and celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2640

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 4 cup Cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
• ¹⁄₂ cup Jam or preserves (e.g., raspberry or apricot)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter and cream cheese until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in vanilla extract.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough into a 1/8-inch thick circle. Spread a thin layer of jam or preserves over the dough. Sprinkle with cinnamon and chopped nuts.
5. Cut the dough circle into 8 wedges. Starting from the wide end, roll up each wedge tightly to form a crescent shape. Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 with the remaining dough portions.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the butterhorns to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13g20%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 9g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.