Delight in the mouthwatering flavors of fall with these Autumn Pumpkin Rugelach! These golden, flaky pastries are filled with a spiced pumpkin and cream cheese mixture that's perfect for the season.
In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour and salt, and pulse several times.
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Sprinkle the cream cheese and butter over the flour, then pulse until coarse crumbs form.
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Whisk the egg yolk and vanilla extract together in a small bowl, and add to the flour mixture.
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Process until the dough clumps together into large pieces.
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Turn the dough out onto the counter and press into a ball, then divide into 4 equal pieces, flattening each into a 1-inch-thick disk.
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Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 3 days.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
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In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice until well combined and no streaks of cream cheese are visible.
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Sprinkle a work surface generously with powdered sugar, then remove one disk of dough from the fridge and let it warm on the counter for about 1 minute.
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Sprinkle the dough and rolling pin with more powdered sugar, and roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness.
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Spread one-fourth of the filling over the dough, reaching all the way to the edges.
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Using a pizza cutter or long knife, cut the dough into 16 wedges.
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Starting from the outer edge of each wedge, roll up the cookies and place them one inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
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Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
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Place the baking sheets in the freezer for 20 minutes before baking.
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Bake the rugelach for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Store the rugelach in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Health Info
Macros
10g
CARBS
11g
FAT
2g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
EGGS
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
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