Mom's Famous Fruit and Nut Kugel Recipe

Name: Mom's Famous Fruit and Nut Kugel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup white raisins (chopped); ¾ cup dried apricot (chopped); 1 apple (peeled and chopped); 1 cup sugar; 3 eggs (separated); 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup cottage cheese; 10 ounces broad egg noodles, cooked according to package directions; 1 cup white wine or 1 cup dry sherry; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons nutmeg; 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Servings: persons

¾ cup white raisins (chopped)
¾ cup dried apricot (chopped)
1 apple (peeled and chopped)
1 cup sugar
3 eggs (separated)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
10 ounces broad egg noodles, cooked according to package directions
1 cup white wine or 1 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 teaspoons cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 350AC.
2
Chop (by hand or food processor) raisins, apricots, apple and nuts.
3
In medium bowl, soak chopped fruit/nuts in white wine for ~15 minutes.
4
Cook noodles according to package directions, drain, and toss with butter in large bowl.
5
Combine sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon, mix well.
6
Combine sugar and spices to fruit/nut/wine, mix well.
7
Carefully separate egg yolks from egg whites, beat egg whites with electric mixer on high until stiff peaks form, then mix in with butter-coated pasta.
8
In medium sized bowl, mix egg yolks, sour cream and cottage cheese, then add sugar/fruit/nut/wine, mix well.
9
Slowly add yolk/dairy/sugar/spices/fruit/nut/wine mixture to pasta/butter/egg whites in large bowl, mix well.
10
Pour into greased (spray is fine) 2 quart or larger casserole pan, preferably glass, cover with tin foil, ventilated with fork.
11
Cook at 350 C for 40 mins, remove tin foil, cook for another 10 minutes.
12
Remove from oven, let set for 15 mins, serve warm.
13
Refrigerate leftovers, and enjoy it chilled as well!

862

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup white raisins (chopped), ¾ cup dried apricot (chopped), 1 apple (peeled and chopped), 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Mom's Famous Fruit and Nut Kugel 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mom's Famous Fruit and Nut Kugel

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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