Best 9 Raspberry Pecan Rugelach Recipes

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Raspberry pecan rugelach is a delectable pastry that combines the tangy sweetness of raspberries with the nutty crunch of pecans in a tender, flaky dough. This traditional Jewish pastry is often enjoyed during Hanukkah, but its deliciousness transcends any specific occasion. With its beautiful spiral shape and irresistible filling, raspberry pecan rugelach is a true delight that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating this culinary masterpiece, providing a step-by-step recipe that will help you achieve perfect results. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a delightful baking journey as we unlock the secrets of making the ultimate raspberry pecan rugelach.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-PECAN RUGELACH



Cranberry-Pecan Rugelach image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h40m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter (at room temperature)
8 ounces cream cheese
2 cups all purpose or pastry flour
1/2 cup dried cranberries (craisins)
1 cup lightly toasted, chopped pecans
1 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 egg mixed with 2 tablespoons water to make a wash

Steps:

  • With electric mixer (beater), cream together butter and cream cheese. With mixer on low, gradually add in flour. Form into 3 squat disks. Wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan, cover the cranberries with water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool. Drain. In a small bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar and cinnamon. Roll dough into a 10-inch circles. Paint with the melted butter. Sprinkle with the sugar/nut mixture and cranberries. With a pizza wheel, cut into 12 wedges. Roll up the wedges and line them up on a parchment lined or nonstick cookie sheet. Paint the rugelach with the egg wash. Bake for 15 minutes or set and light golden.

RASPBERRY PECAN RUGELACH



Raspberry Pecan Rugelach image

Very easy, delicious recipe that the whole family loves!

Provided by TiredMomtoSIX

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 6h40m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
14 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup small curd cottage cheese, drained
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup raspberry spreadable fruit
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place flour, salt, and butter in a food processor. Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then add the cottage cheese. Continue processing until the dough comes together. Divide dough into four equal portions and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll out each portion of dough on a floured surface to an 1/8 inch thick circle. Spread 1 tablespoon of raspberry spreadable fruit, then sprinkle with the sugar mixture and 1/4 cup of pecans on each circle. Gently press the filling into the dough using a rolling pin. Cut each circle into 16 wedges. Roll each wedge, starting with the wide end Place the cookie point-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 39.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

RON'S RASPBERRY RUGELACH



Ron's Raspberry Rugelach image

Provided by Ron Ben-Israel

Categories     dessert

Time 3h50m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour (measured and sifted)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup unsalted roasted almonds
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup seedless raspberry preserves or jam (Sour cherry preserve is also great!)
All-purpose flour, for dusting
3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
1 egg, lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon of milk or cream

Steps:

  • For the classic cream cheese dough: Combine the butter and cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Switch to low speed and gradually add in the flour. Stop the mixer and scrape the bowl and beater to make sure it is well mixed. The dough will be sticky. Divide the dough into three portions, wrap each in plastic wrap and flatten to a disk. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or overnight.
  • For the filling: Mix together the sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Chop the almonds to small bits and toss with the raisins and sugar-cinnamon mixture.
  • To assemble the rugelach: Dust the work surface with the flour and roll each dough portion to a 10-inch circle. Lightly brush each circle with the melted butter. Spread a third of the preserves or jam on each circle, leaving a clearance of 1/4-inch on the perimeter so the filling won't ooze out while baking. Sprinkle a third of the almond-raisin-sugar mixture on top of the preserves and press in slightly to help adhere.
  • Using a pizza wheel, divide each circle into four quarters. Divide each quarter into three thin triangles, for a total of 12 wedges. Roll each triangle from the curved side to the point and place on a parchment-lined or nonstick baking sheet. Refrigerate the sheets for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. Note: The rugelach can be frozen on the trays and then stored in a zip-top bag in the freezer for baking fresh later.
  • Carefully brush each rugelach with the egg wash, trying to avoid drips. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until deep golden. Cool on a rack and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

RASPBERRY AND APRICOT RUGELACH



Raspberry and Apricot Rugelach image

A yummy and extra fruity version of this traditional cookie.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Raspberry

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts
¾ cup dried apricots, chopped
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup seedless raspberry preserves
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • In large bowl, with mixer at low speed, beat margarine or butter with cream cheese until blended and smooth. Beat in vanilla extract, salt, 1 cup flour, and 1/4 cup sugar until blended.
  • With spoon, stir in remaining flour. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Wrap each with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • To Prepare Filling: In medium bowl, with spoon, stir walnuts, apricots, brown sugar, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until well mixed.
  • Line 2 large baking sheets with foil and grease foil.
  • On lightly floured surface, with floured rolling pin, roll 1 piece of chilled dough into a 9-inch round, keeping remaining dough refrigerated. Spread dough with 2 tablespoons raspberry preserves. Sprinkle with about 1/2 cup apricot filling; gently press filling onto dough. With pastry wheel or sharp knife, cut dough into 12 equal wedges. Starting at curved edge, roll up each wedge, jelly-roll fashion. Place cookies on foil-lined cookie sheet, point-side down, about 1/2 inch apart. Repeat with remaining dough, one-fourth at a time.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In cup, mix remaining 2 tablespoons sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon. With pastry brush, brush rugelach with milk. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
  • Bake rugelach at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) on 2 oven racks about 30 to 35 minutes until golden, rotating cookie sheets between upper and lower racks halfway through baking time. Immediately remove rugelach to wire racks to cool. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 54 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

GRANDMA'S RASPBERRY RUGELACH



Grandma's Raspberry Rugelach image

I remember sitting on my great-grandmother's couch with a pad and pen in hand as she told me each ingredient and measurement for her special rugelach. Her recipe stands apart because it's a fun twist from typical versions. -Dalya Rubin, Boca Raton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups margarine, softened
1/3 cup sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup seedless raspberry jam
OPTIONAL GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat margarine, sugar, vanilla and salt on medium-low until combined. Slowly beat in whipping cream. Gradually beat in enough flour until dough is no longer sticky. Divide dough into four portions, then flatten into disks. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 12-in. circle; spread each with 1/4 cup raspberry jam. Cut each circle into 16 wedges., Gently roll up wedges from the wide ends. Place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets, point side down. Bake 25-30 minutes or until light golden. Remove to wire racks to cool., If desired, combine confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled rugelach.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RASPBERRY PECAN RUGELACH



Raspberry Pecan Rugelach image

Very easy, delicious recipe that the whole family loves!

Provided by TiredMomtoSIX

Categories     Pecan Desserts

Time 6h40m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
14 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup small curd cottage cheese, drained
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup raspberry spreadable fruit
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place flour, salt, and butter in a food processor. Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then add the cottage cheese. Continue processing until the dough comes together. Divide dough into four equal portions and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll out each portion of dough on a floured surface to an 1/8 inch thick circle. Spread 1 tablespoon of raspberry spreadable fruit, then sprinkle with the sugar mixture and 1/4 cup of pecans on each circle. Gently press the filling into the dough using a rolling pin. Cut each circle into 16 wedges. Roll each wedge, starting with the wide end Place the cookie point-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 39.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

RASPBERRY CHOCOLATE RUGELACH



Raspberry Chocolate Rugelach image

Since we celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas, these cookies were always on the menu. The cookies can be covered and refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to two months. -G.P. Busarow, Whitehall, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 32 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1/4 cup dried currants
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
2/3 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Divide dough in half; form into two balls. Flatten to 5-in. circles; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Place currants in a small bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain well and set aside. Combine sugar and cinnamon; set aside., On a lightly floured surface or pastry mat, roll one portion of dough into an 11-in. circle. Brush with half of the jam. Sprinkle with half of the cinnamon-sugar, pecans, chocolate chips and currants; press down gently., Cut into 16 wedges. Roll up wedges from the wide end and place point side down 2 in. apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Curve ends to form a crescent. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before baking. Repeat with remaining dough and filling., Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RUGELACH



Rugelach image

Whether you prepare a batch for yourself or for holiday festivities, fresh baked regulach makes the perfect addition to any dessert table.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup fine sanding sugar
8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
3 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of coarse salt
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out dough
4 ounces walnuts
1/2 cup sugar
Pinch of cinnamon
Pinch of salt
12 ounces apricot jelly, melted
2 cups mini semisweet chocolate chips, or currants or a combination

Steps:

  • Make the dough: In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter and cream cheese at medium speed. Add sugar, and beat until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks, one at a time, beating to combine after each addition. Add vanilla and salt, and beat to combine. Reduce speed to low, and beat in flour. Remove from bowl, and divide into 3 pieces on a lightly floured surface. Pat into disks, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, and up to overnight.
  • Make the filling: In a food processor, combine walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pulse until fine.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with Silpats (French nonstick baking mats). On a lightly floured surface, roll one piece of dough into a 12-inch round, less than 1/8 inch thick. Brush evenly with jelly. Sprinkle with one-third of the walnut mixture and one-third of the chocolate chips. Using the rolling pin, gently roll over filling to press ingredients into dough.
  • Cut the round into 16 equal-sized wedges. Beginning at the base of each wedge, roll to enclose filling, forming crescent shapes. Pinch to seal. Place on prepared baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough and filling ingredients. Brush tops with beaten egg, and sprinkle with sanding sugar. Bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

RASPBERRY PECAN RUGELACH



Raspberry Pecan Rugelach image

Very easy, delicious recipe that the whole family loves!

Provided by TiredMomtoSIX

Categories     Pecan Desserts

Time 6h40m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
14 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup small curd cottage cheese, drained
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup raspberry spreadable fruit
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place flour, salt, and butter in a food processor. Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then add the cottage cheese. Continue processing until the dough comes together. Divide dough into four equal portions and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll out each portion of dough on a floured surface to an 1/8 inch thick circle. Spread 1 tablespoon of raspberry spreadable fruit, then sprinkle with the sugar mixture and 1/4 cup of pecans on each circle. Gently press the filling into the dough using a rolling pin. Cut each circle into 16 wedges. Roll each wedge, starting with the wide end Place the cookie point-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 7.7 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 39.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you begin, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling during the baking process.
  • Use Room Temperature Butter: When making the dough, be sure to use room temperature butter. This will help it cream together with the sugar more easily and result in a smooth, cohesive dough.
  • Chill the Dough: After you've formed the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap and chill it for at least 30 minutes. This will help the dough firm up and make it easier to roll out.
  • Work Quickly: When you're rolling out the dough and filling it, work quickly so that the butter doesn't start to melt. If the dough becomes too soft, it will be difficult to work with and the rugelach will lose their shape.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the rugelach until they are golden brown on the edges. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a slightly crispy exterior.

Conclusion:

Raspberry pecan rugelach are a delicious and elegant pastry that are perfect for any occasion. With their flaky dough, sweet raspberry filling, and crunchy pecan topping, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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