
Chocolate Rugelach
Flaky, buttery pastry filled with rich chocolate and cinnamon, rolled into crescent shapes.
30 mins
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
24
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cold
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold cream cheese and butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gather into a ball, divide into 4 parts, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix chopped chocolate chips, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Roll the dough: On a floured surface, roll one dough portion into a 1/8-inch thick circle. Spread a thin layer of apricot jam, then sprinkle with the chocolate filling.
Shape the rugelach: Cut the circle into 12 wedges. Roll each wedge from the wide end to the point, forming a crescent. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush each rugelach with beaten egg. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack.
Serve: Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Chef's Tips
- Chilling the dough is crucial for easy handling and flaky texture. Don’t skip this step.
- For extra richness, use high-quality dark chocolate in the filling.
- If the dough gets too soft while rolling, chill it again for 10-15 minutes.
- Experiment with fillings like nuts, raisins, or Nutella for variety.
- Store rugelach in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.