CRANBERRY ORANGE RUGELACH

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A hint of cranberry and a splash of orange are wrapped in buttery cookie, then drizzled in chocolate. Can you say, "heaven?" A platter of these showstopping treats makes any event a celebration. -Ginger Sullivan, Cutler Bay, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 packages (5 ounces each) dried cranberries
1-1/2 cups golden raisins
1/2 cup orange juice
1 large egg, beaten
Melted chocolate, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and extracts. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Divide dough into four portions. Shape each into a ball, then flatten into a disk. Wrap each in plastic wrap; refrigerate 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Place cranberries, raisins and juice in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a 12-in. circle; spread each with 1/2 cup cranberry mixture. Cut each circle into 12 wedges., Roll up wedges from wide end and place point side down 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets; brush with egg., Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Drizzle with melted chocolate if desired. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

dennis Arquette
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These rugelach were delicious! The cranberry orange filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Vera Love
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I've made these rugelach several times and they always turn out perfectly. They're a favorite with my family and friends.


Keke uche Saviour
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These rugelach were a big hit at my Christmas party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Rana Thapa
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The dough was a bit difficult to work with, but the end result was worth it. The rugelach were flaky and flavorful.


Liz Mendez
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These rugelach were the perfect holiday treat! They were festive, delicious, and easy to make.


Alvin8232
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Not a fan of cranberries, but these rugelach were still pretty good. The orange flavor really shines through.


Nakawooya Margret
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These rugelach were so easy to make and they turned out so festive! I can't wait to make them again for my next holiday party.


Damir Bogdanovic
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The cranberry orange filling was delicious, but the dough was a bit dry. I think I will try using a different dough recipe next time.


Rizwanbaba Nawaz
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Followed the recipe exactly and the rugelach turned out perfectly. They were a big hit with my family and friends.


Evil Mafia
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A bit too sweet for my taste, but overall a good recipe. The dough was easy to work with and the filling was flavorful.


Julianna Edick
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These rugelach were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the festive look. I will definitely be making these again next year.


Sh A-
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Easy to follow recipe and the rugelach came out delicious! The orange and cranberry filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Will definitely make these again.


Brianna Joseph
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Wow, these Cranberry Orange Rugelach turned out amazing! The combination of tart cranberries and sweet oranges was perfect, and the dough was flaky and tender. I will definitely be making these again for my friends and family.