Rugelah “Grandma’s Cookie Treats”
June 27th, 2010
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I would like to share with you a variation for the Jewish pastry, Rugelah. These small cookies are made from cookie dough, filled with a fruity jam spiced with cinnamon and raisins before they are rolled up in jellyroll style and individually sliced.
Regardless of ethnic background or season, Rugelah are a great choice for any occasion. They are light and not rich, so they make the perfect after-dinner treat. Also, they are a festive addition to the holiday dessert table for those who prefer a less decadent option. They are so good, you might like to eat them all yourself, like Chef Joe would do! But please exercise restraint because everyone will love them.
Here is a recipe from a close friend’s grandmom so you know you can’t go wrong with that. Also, I make them all the time. They’ve got a proven track record and are always a big hit!
They are fun and easier to make than you might think. I assembled photos in a step by step process to make the recipe easy to follow.
Rugelah
Ingredients
Yellow raisins
Dried cherries
1 cup sugar
5 tablespoons butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 jars cherry jam (I use Trader Joe’s)
Cinnamon sugar
Prepare in food processor
Cookie Dough
Process 1 cup sugar
Add 5 tablespoons softened butter
Next, add 2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
When thoroughly incorporated, add dry ingredients:
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
When dough forms a ball, place on wax paper and wrap well. Refrigerate dough ½ hour.
Cut dough into 4 equal parts.
On a floured surface, roll each ball into a rectangle approx. 11in. X 4in.
Spread with jam, I use raspberry or cherry. Sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar.Layer with raisins/dried cherries or combination of both.
Roll dough jelly roll fashion. Transfer to parchment lined cookie sheet.
Brush roll with milk and cream.
Bake 350 degrees until slightly brown. Slice jellyroll into ½ inch portions while still warm.
Enjoy!
Savor on,
Marney
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Mmmmm Looks good. I can almost taste them.
I am going to try the recipe.
Marney,
This website is great, and very well done!
Your talent shouldn’t go to waste. Your writing
ability and interest in cooking is a unique
combination. You should definitely pursue it.
How about writing children’s books and including simple recipes. I have a friend who does that. You can get some ideas from her.
Aunt Lois xo