Cherry Almond Rugelach

Rugelach is a traditional Jewish pastry that originated in Eastern Europe. It is often enjoyed during Jewish holidays and celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cherry Almond Rugelach

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 4 cup Cream cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cherry preserves
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped almonds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• as needed for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the butter and cream cheese until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions, shape into disks, 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 dough disk into a 1/8-inch thick circle. Spread cherry preserves evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
5. Sprinkle chopped almonds and ground cinnamon over the preserves. Cut the dough into 8 wedges.
6. Starting from the wider end, roll up each wedge tightly and place on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 with the remaining dough disks and filling.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow rugelach to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 210kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 10g

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.