Sweet Kugel
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of this classic Sweet Kugel, a beloved Jewish noodle casserole that delights with its creamy texture and irresistible cinnamon-sugar topping. Made with tender egg noodles and a rich blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese, this kugel is sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar and warmly spiced with vanilla and cinnamon. Optional plump raisins add a festive touch, while a golden topping of crushed cornflakes and brown sugar provides a delightful crunch. Perfect for holiday celebrations, family dinners, or dessert, this easy-to-make dish bakes to perfection in just an hour. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a hearty treat that brings tradition and sweetness to your table. Keywords: Sweet Kugel recipe, Jewish noodle kugel, creamy noodle casserole, cinnamon sugar topping kugel, holiday dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups sour cream
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, cream cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Beat together until smooth and well combined.
Fold the cooked noodles into the cheese mixture until evenly coated. If desired, stir in the raisins.
Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the crushed cornflakes and brown sugar. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the noodle mixture.
Bake the kugel in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Allow the kugel to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 256.9 g | 329% | |
| Saturated Fat | 147.1 g | 736% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1469 mg | 490% | |
| Sodium | 2599 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 493.8 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 349.9 g | ||
| Protein | 105.9 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1314 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 1719 mg | 37% | |
*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.
