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Apricot Raisin Walnut Cookies

Apricot Raisin Walnut Cookies: 10 Irresistible Variations


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  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these easy Rugelach cookies featuring apricot preserves and walnuts for a treat that’s simple yet impressive.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter (room temperature)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup apricot preserves
  • 1 cup golden raisins
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/3 cup turbinado sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add the kosher salt and stir until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing gently until just incorporated.
  5. Stir in the apricot preserves, golden raisins, and chopped walnuts until evenly mixed.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
  7. Roll the dough into balls and flatten them on a lined baking sheet.
  8. Sprinkle the tops with cinnamon sugar and turbinado sugar.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: Jewish

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cookie
    • Calories: 180
    • Sugar: 10 g
    • Sodium: 150 mg
    • Fat: 9 g
    • Saturated Fat: 5 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 22 g
    • Fiber: 1 g
    • Protein: 2 g
    • Cholesterol: 30 mg