How to Make Rugelach with Raisin-Walnut Filling

Test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect Crescent-Shaped Rugelach with Raisin-Walnut Filling.

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[newgrange]

I love when Erin is on the show. She is so very straight forward. I wish she was used more to teach.

[oneitalia]

One of my favorite cookies to make for special occasions. Apricot is traditional for Jewish fare, but use any kind of jam/preserves you like. A cherry/almond combo is to die for. I sprinkle on sliced almonds on the top. So good. After 15 minutes I brush on melted butter, then back in for the remaining 5 minutes. Cookbook author and well-known Jewish cook/baker Joan Nathan has a great 'holiday cookbook' which features her Rugulach and a host of other Jewish favorites. I finish off my Rugulach with a light dusting of powdered sugar for just a touch of added sweetness.

[hollyd]

I've made a couple of times and they are delicious! I gave as little holiday treats in cellophane bags for the neighbors and everyone loved them!

[brettschneider]

Made these this morning. OMG . . . made fresh, and warm when eaten. Nothing better. I used slivered almonds. Almonds and Apricots.... classic combination. Someone has asked me to make a batch for their upcoming Holiday party. Make these. You will love them. Thanks ATK.

[joanndeisenroth]

These cookies look delicious! Can’t wait to try them!

[orffrocks]

complicated but worth it! thanks for the proper pronunciation!

[robinaanstey]

I make these every year for Hanukkah. They're a huge hit in our house.

[jean-francoisdaignault]

Oh goodness, those are mouthwatering! Savoury rugelach are also delicious. I once cooked a wordplay-themed dinner, and served scrumptious "arugula rugelach" as hors d'œuvres.

Yes, I am a nerd.

[MinhNguyen-izpj]

Look very good and yummy 😊 thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe when it’s nearly the holiday around the corner….bless you all ❤🎉

[sjt]

*Yummo!* I've made these delicious cookies with pecan-raisin filling but I might try using mincemeat this year.

[melissarey]

Pecans, craisins, add nutmeg, cut the apricot preserves with orange marmalade. I'm doing it!!!

[ellencox]

My mom use to make this when I was a small child. Unfortunately by the time I was old enough to make these She had already passed. The one thing I do remember is that she did not have a food processor, so my question is how can I do this without one.
Thanks for the joy and memories ❤

[paulaholian]

Erin, your sleeves are dabbing into the dough as you are making it

[Happilyevercountry]

If you freeze them for a couple of weeks before you bake them what is the procedure? Just straight from the freezer to the over or do they need to set out for a brief time?

[schroeder]

It looks similar to Hungarian kiflis that grandma used to make.

[christopherbrand]

Cereal bags beat plastic wrap for rolling out. Give it a try! (Inner bag for boxed cereal)

[DarthBalsamic]

God I love rugelachs. Now I know how to make them at home. Muhaha

[benrus]

So happy they didn't force feed Bridget raisins again. (blech)

[HTMLguruLady]

Does it matter if the butter dribbles down? Aaron said no. The correct answer to the question is absolutely yes, it DOES matter!! If the butter dribbles down and under it, it burns/scorches the bottom and thus completely ruins the flavor and texture!! Butter them on a separate piece of parchment, just dab the bottom on a paper towel, and then move them to the parchment lined baking sheet.
If you're going to make them, make them correctly.

[sunflowerbaby]

Instead of raisins my mom used baby currents. So good.