Butterhorns Aka Rugelach – Rugulach – Snails – Schnecken

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Deliciously Sweet and Nutty Butterhorns Recipe
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter , at room temp
8 ounces cream cheese , at room temp
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 cups flour
1 egg white , beaten with
1 tablespoon water ( for glazing )
granulated sugar ( for sprinkling )
1 cup walnuts or 1 cup pecans , finely chopped
1/2 cup brown sugar , firmly packed
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
172
Sugar
5g
Fat
13g
Butterhorns have many names in different parts of the world, such as Rugelach, Rugulach, Snails, or Schnecken. They are small, crescent-shaped pastries and are believed to be of Jewish origin. This pastry is traditionally served during Jewish holidays and festivities. While there is no scientific evidence supporting the origin of the recipe, the creamy and nutty nature of the pastry makes it highly addictive to almost every palate.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 °F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Mix in flour until a soft dough forms.
4.Divide the dough in half and form each half into a disk.
5.Roll each disc out to 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 8 even pie-shaped wedges.
6.Mix the chopped nuts, cinnamon, and brown sugar together.
7.Sprinkle the nuts mixture evenly over each triangle.
8.Roll each triangle up, starting at the wide end, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9.Beat together the egg white and tablespoon of water.
10.Brush each rugelach with egg wash and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
11.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
12.Cool completely on wire racks before serving.

PROS

Butterhorns are a perfect combination of flaky, nutty, and sweet making them an incredibly satisfying pastry.

They also make for a great breakfast or snack item because of their convenient shape.

CONS

Butterhorns are high in calories and fat due to the butter and cream cheese in the dough which makes them an occasional treat rather than an everyday item.

Despite being delicious, they may not be suitable for individuals with allergies to nuts or dairy products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Butterhorns, while not the most nutritious pastry in the world, do have some protein and healthy fats in the form of nuts and eggs respectively.
The cinnamon inside also provides some antioxidants that may help fight inflammation in the body.

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