Apricot Almond Rugalach

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 12
Delicious Apricot Almond Rugalach for your sweet cravings
in Pastry

Prep

45 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter , chilled
4 ounces cream cheese , cold
3/4 cup apricot jam
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup toasted and chopped almonds
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 egg
1/3 cup chopped almonds
1/3 cup sifted confectioners ' sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
407
Sugar
24g
Fat
24g
Apricot Almond Rugalach is a delicious pastry item that originated in Europe. It is often served with coffee or tea and is a perfect option for your sweet cravings. The nutty texture of the almonds, the tangy sweetness of the apricot jam, and the flaky crust of the dough make the Apricot Almond Rugalach, a mouth-watering item. It can be a perfect snack for your kid's lunchbox, a dessert for a get-together or simply something you can indulge in with your friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, chilled butter and cold cream cheese. Mix well to form the dough.
2.Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it to form a disc of about 1/4 inch thickness. Refrigerate the dough discs for 30 minutes.
3.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
4.In a separate bowl, mix the apricot jam with white sugar, chopped toasted almonds and lemon zest.
5.Remove the chilled dough discs from the refrigerator and spread the apricot mixture evenly on each of the discs.
6.Cut each disc into 12 equal wedges and roll up each wedge starting from the wider end.
7.Place the rolled almond rugalach on a lined baking sheet and brush them with the beaten egg.
8.Sprinkle chopped almonds on top of the rugalach and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
9.Once done, remove the rugalach from the oven and dust sifted confectioner's sugar over them. Cool for 10-15 minutes and serve.

PROS

Apricot Almond Rugalach is a popular pastry item that satisfies the sweet cravings with its rich taste and texture.

The dough is flaky and crispy, while the apricot jam provides a sweet and tangy flavor.
The almonds give it a nutty texture that balances the sweetness of the apricot jam.

CONS

This pastry is high in calories and sugar, which makes it difficult for individuals who are on a diet plan.

Also, this dish takes some time to prepare and bake, which may not suit individuals who are short on time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are rich in healthy fats, fiber, protein, and various nutrients. The apricots used in this recipe are rich in Vitamin C, A and fiber. Hence, the Apricot Almond Rugalach is a good source of nutrients and antioxidants.

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