Mini Chocolate or Fruit Rugelach
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Mini Chocolate or Fruit Rugelach, a classic pastry that’s delightfully flaky, tender, and filled with your choice of sweet decadence. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weekend baking, these bite-sized treats feature a cream cheese and butter-based dough that bakes to golden perfection. Choose between rich chocolate chips for a luscious dessert or the fruity sweetness of your favorite jam or preserves for a bright, jammy twist. Rolled into elegant crescent shapes, brushed with a glossy egg wash, and sprinkled with sugar, these rugelach are as beautiful as they are delicious. With just 30 minutes of prep and customizable fillings, this recipe is a must-try for pastry lovers seeking both simplicity and sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 226 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 226 grams Cream cheese (cold, cubed)
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 100 grams Brown sugar
- 150 grams Chocolate chips (optional)
- 150 grams Jam or fruit preserves (optional)
- 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoons Milk or water (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl or a food processor, combine the flour and salt.
Add the cold butter and cream cheese to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or the food processor, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, then mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape them into discs, and wrap each disc in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out one disc of dough into a 10-12 inch circle.
In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle half of this mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
For chocolate rugelach, sprinkle chocolate chips over the sugar. For fruit rugelach, spread a thin layer of jam or fruit preserves over the sugar.
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, divide the circle into 12 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza).
Starting at the wide edge of each wedge, roll up tightly toward the narrow tip to form a crescent shape.
Place the rugelach seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Repeat the rolling, filling, and rolling-up steps with the second disc of dough.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk (or water) to create an egg wash. Brush this over the tops of the rugelach.
Sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar for extra sweetness and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 312.8 g | 401% | |
| Saturated Fat | 192.6 g | 963% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 915 mg | 305% | |
| Sodium | 1548 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 571.6 g | 208% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 339.1 g | ||
| Protein | 53.5 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 585 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1355 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
