How to Make Apricot Pecan Rugelach An Easy Impressive Pastry

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

apricot preserves

🥗Healthier: fruit spread

💰Cheaper: other fruit preserves

Fruit spread can be lower in sugar, while other preserves may be more economical.

pecans

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: almonds

Walnuts offer similar flavor and health benefits, while almonds are often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.

Cut in unsalted butter and cream cheese until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until a dough forms.

Divide the dough into four equal pieces and wrap each in plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Roll out one piece of dough on a floured surface into a circle about 1/8 inch thick.

Spread a layer of apricot preserves evenly over the dough.

Sprinkle with chopped pecans and cinnamon.

Cut the dough into 8 wedges, like a pizza.

Starting from the wide end, roll each wedge toward the point to form a crescent shape.

Place the rugelach on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with a beaten egg for shine.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.

Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.

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