Apple Cinnamon Rugelach

Apple Cinnamon Rugelach are delightful, flaky pastries filled with a warm apple cinnamon mixture, perfect for a sweet treat any time of the day. These rugelach are easy to make and offer a comforting taste of nostalgia in every bite.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 125 grams
• Unsalted butter - 113 grams, softened
• Cream cheese - 60 grams, softened
• Granulated sugar - 25 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Apple - 1 medium, peeled and finely chopped
• Brown sugar - 30 grams
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams
• Powdered sugar - for dusting

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape them into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. While the dough chills, prepare the filling by mixing the chopped apple, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and chopped walnuts in a bowl.
4. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough into a circle about 1/8 inch thick. Spread half of the apple filling evenly over the dough.
6. Cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pizza) and roll each wedge tightly from the wide end to the point to form a crescent shape.
7. Place the rolled rugelach on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the second disk of dough and remaining filling.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a comforting and satisfying treat without excessive sugar.
• Contains apples, which are rich in dietary fiber and vitamins.

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