Description
Indulge in the delightful treat of Apricot Raspberry Rugelach Bars — a modern twist on a beloved classic! These scrumptious bars feature a rich cream cheese dough enveloping a luscious filling of sweet raspberry apricot jam, topped with crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy afternoons at home, these bars are not only delicious but also simple to prepare. With their golden crust and nutty topping, they are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Try this easy recipe today and enjoy the delightful flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut in pieces
- 8 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1 1/2 cups raspberry apricot jam, or jam of your choice
- 1 egg yolk, beaten with a tablespoon of water
- Sparkling sugar
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine cold butter and whipped cream cheese until slightly lumpy. Add flour and salt, pulsing until just combined.
- Shape the dough into two rectangles, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out one rectangle of chilled dough on parchment paper to about 9×12 inches. Spread an even layer of jam over it, leaving an inch around the edges. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Roll out the second rectangle and place it over the first layer. Crimp edges to seal.
- Brush with egg yolk wash and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out the raspberry apricot jam for other flavors like peach or cherry for a unique twist. For added texture, you can substitute chopped walnuts or almonds for the pecans.