Rugelach

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

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Rugelach

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

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

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 8 cup Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Fruit preserves (e.g. raspberry, apricot)
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, butter, and cream cheese until dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and wrap each in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of dough into a 1/8-inch thick circle.
5. Spread fruit preserves on each circle of dough and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
6. Roll up the dough tightly from the widest end, forming a crescent shape.
7. Place the rugelach on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Allow the rugelach to cool for 10 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

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.