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Rugelach Cookies

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These classic rugelach cookies feature a tender cream cheese–based dough rolled with a sweet, spiced filling of nuts, chocolate, and cinnamon. Perfect for holidays or anytime treats.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 32–48 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Jewish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 226 g cream cheese, softened
  • 226 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 300 g all-purpose flour
  • 100 g finely chopped walnuts or almonds
  • 100 g semi-sweet chocolate chips, finely chopped
  • 100 g brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tbsp milk (egg wash)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar mixed with 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the flour and mix just until a soft dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough into four equal portions, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the chopped nuts, chocolate, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  7. Roll one dough disk into a circle about 25 cm in diameter.
  8. Brush lightly with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with one quarter of the filling.
  9. Cut the circle into 8 or 12 wedges, then roll each wedge from the wide end toward the tip.
  10. Place the cookies seam-side down on the prepared trays.
  11. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar.
  12. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  13. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the dough well to make rolling easier.
  • Filling can be customized with dried fruit or different nuts.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
  • Avoid overfilling to prevent leaking during baking.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/rugelach-cookies/