Rugelach Cream Cheese Cookies

Rugelach is a traditional Jewish pastry that originated in Eastern Europe. It is 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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Rugelach Cream Cheese Cookies

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

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

Servings: 24 Calories: 5040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 8 cup Cream cheese, chilled and cubed
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Raspberry jam
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped walnuts
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the butter and cream cheese, pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add vanilla extract and pulse until the dough comes together.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate 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 one portion of the dough into a 1/8 inch thick circle. Spread a thin layer of raspberry jam over the dough, leaving a small border. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and cinnamon.
5. Cut the dough into 8 wedges and roll each wedge tightly from the wide end to the point. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 210kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

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.