Apple Cinnamon Rugelach
Apple Cinnamon Rugelach is a delicious pastry that combines the sweetness of apples with the warmth of cinnamon. This dish is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack. The recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups finely chopped apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Serving: 12 pieces
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened before mixing.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into triangles.
- Brush the melted butter on the dough before adding the apple filling.
Cooking Process:
1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth.
3. Add the sugar and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms.
5. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and wrap each in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the chopped apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
8. On a floured surface, roll out each piece of dough into a circle.
9. Cut each circle into 8 triangles.
10. Brush melted butter on each triangle and spoon the apple filling onto the wide end of the triangle.
11. Roll up the dough from the wide end to the point.
12. Place the rugelach on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
13. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
14. Let cool before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
Apple Cinnamon Rugelach is a beautiful pastry with a golden brown crust and a sweet apple filling. The pastry is flaky and buttery, while the filling is soft and chewy with a hint of cinnamon. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish irresistible.
Type: Pastry Dessert
Main Ingredients:
- Apples
- Cinnamon
- Cream Cheese
