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Chocolate Rugelach Recipe

Chocolate Rugelach Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 55 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 24 rugelach 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Rugelach, a traditional Jewish pastry that features a rich cream cheese dough filled with sweet cinnamon sugar and mini chocolate chips. These crescent-shaped treats are perfect for holidays or any time you crave a sweet, flaky dessert.


Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into pieces)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (cold, cut into pieces)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Finish:

  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a food processor, pulse together the flour and salt. Add the cold butter and cream cheese and pulse until the mixture forms a dough. Divide into two disks, chill, then roll out.
  2. Make the Filling: Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over dough with chocolate chips, roll into crescents, and place on baking sheets.
  3. Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse sugar, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Cool and Serve: Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Store rugelach in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
  • Feel free to swap the chocolate for jam, nuts, or dried fruit for different variations.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Jewish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 rugelach
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg