Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schn

Name: Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, at room temp; 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temp; 2 teaspoons granulated sugar; 2 cups flour; 1 egg white, beaten with; 1 tablespoon water (for glazing); granulated sugar (for sprinkling); 1 cup walnuts or 1 cup pecans, finely chopped; ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

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["Cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar until soft.", "Sift in the flour and mix to make a soft dough.", "Divide dough into 4 equal balls, flatten each one and wrap in wax paper.", "Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.", "Make the filling by mixing all ingredients in a small bowl.", "Preheat oven to 375*.", "Working with one disk of dough at a time, roll thinly on a lightly floured surface into a circle, about 9"" in diameter.", "Brush the surface with the egg white glaze and sprinkle the dough with 1/4 of the filling.", "Slice the dough with a sharp knife or pizza cutter into quarters and then each quarter into 4 equal sections, to form 16 triangles.", "Starting from the base of each triangle, roll up to form spirals.", "You can curve them into crescents if you like.", "Continue with the other 3 disks of dough.", "Place on baking sheets and brush with egg white glaze.", "Sprinkle lightly with granulated sugar.", "Bake until just golden, about 10 minutes.", "For 32 extra large butterhorns, divide the dough in half instead of fourths and roll each disk into a 12 inch circle and use half the filling.", "Continue as above but bake for 15-20 minutes."]

1164

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, at room temp, 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temp, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, 2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken

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