Best 2 Cherry Kugel Recipes
Cherry kugel is a classic dessert that combines the sweetness of cherries with the richness of a custard filling. It's perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to holiday gatherings. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cherry kugel recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CHERRY APPLE MATZOH KUGEL
I found this recipe while searching for an additional kugel to add to my Passover holiday menu. This was a HUGE success. You can pre-make the kugel and then right before you start your seder as your dinner is being kept warm in the oven place it inside to reheat. When your family reaches the festive meal portion of the evening spread the preserves on top and serve. This recipe was found at http://www.jewish-food.org/ and was attributed to Linda Shapiro ([email protected]).
Provided by TSUalum93
Categories Apple
Time 1h35m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9x13-inch pan.
- Beat eggs until light and fluffy.
- Break up matzos into small pieces. Pour boiling water over and drain well.
- Add sugar to eggs; beat again.
- Add matzo; beat again.
- Add melted butter if making this dish for a meat meal use margarine; fold in apples.
- Bake 1 hour.
- Spread preserves on top; bake an additional 10 minutes longer.
- If preparing this dish in advance, freeze the bottom without the preserves. Reheat, then add the preserves on top.
- The original recipe states that the serving size is 24. My family likes this so much it makes about 10 servings so I double it and make it in two separate pans.
CHERRY KUGEL
Categories Side Bake Vegetarian Quick & Easy Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Cottage Cheese Pastry
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9×13 glass baking dish. Parboil the noodles (5 to 7 minutes) and drain them in a colander. In a very large bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy, add cottage cheese and beat for another minute. Scrape bowl down well. Add sugar and combine, then melted butter, and scrape down the bowl another time. Add the eggs one at a time, beating between additions. Add cinnamon, vanilla and mix, then stir in dried cherries. Finally, carefully mix in the drained egg noodles. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake for one hour before checking to see if the center is set. It may need up to 30 minutes more. (Yes, I know this range is crazy, but I've baked kugels that took either end of the range. They refuse to be predictable.)
Tips:
- Fresh cherries produce the best flavor in a kugel, but frozen or canned cherries can be used if fresh cherries are unavailable.
- Use a combination of sweet and tart cherries for a more complex flavor.
- Pit the cherries before adding them to the kugel batter. This will prevent the kugel from becoming too seedy.
- Use a food processor or blender to chop the nuts finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the kugel.
- Don't overmix the kugel batter. Overmixing can make the kugel tough.
- Bake the kugel in a greased and floured baking dish. This will help prevent the kugel from sticking to the pan.
- Let the kugel cool slightly before serving. This will help it hold its shape.
Conclusion:
Cherry kugel is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a dessert or a side dish. The combination of sweet and tart cherries, nuts, and spices makes it a favorite among many. With its easy-to-follow recipe and a few simple tips, anyone can make a delicious cherry kugel that is sure to impress family and friends.
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