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Honey, Cinnamon and Walnut Rugelach

Delightful Honey, Cinnamon and Walnut Rugelach Recipe

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Honey, Cinnamon and Walnut Rugelach made with flaky pastry and a nutty filling.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 64 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Eastern European
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup full-fat sour cream can substitute Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Filling
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts can substitute with pecans or almonds
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can be used
  • 1/2 cup honey ensure it is spreadable
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon consider adding nutmeg
For the Glaze
  • 1 large egg for egg wash

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Food processor
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, full-fat sour cream, and pure vanilla extract. Beat until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Slowly add in the sifted all-purpose flour until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a food processor, combine finely chopped walnuts, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Pulse until crumbly. Warm honey slightly if not spreadable.
  5. Divide the dough into four equal portions, rolling each portion into a 1 cm thick circle.
  6. Spread honey over each dough circle and sprinkle walnut filling mixture evenly on top.
  7. Cut each round into 8 or 16 wedges and roll each wedge from the wider end to the point to form crescents.
  8. Place rolled rugelach on prepared baking sheets, about 1 inch apart. Brush with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 6 months.

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