Butterhorns Aka Rugelach / Rugulach / Snails / Schnecken

From: Maggie in Florida

On Dec 23, 2007

I had an old recipe for Rugelach that I misplaced, and when I saw this recipe, I was hoping that it would be the same one. That didn't work out, but they were good, tho not what I expected. It was always hard for me to roll a circle with dough, but the filling seemed a bit dry and lots of it fell off the dough, even tho I followed exactly as written. They do look a lot harder to make, than they really are, but my expectations were higher. Sorry that I couldn't give it a higher rating, but they still are a worthy cookie to make and serve to company. I will try them again, and try and figure some way to moisten the filling so that it doesn't fall off. I also think (not sure) that my old recipe called for cream cheese in the dough, which may be the reason why it tasted different from what I expected. Thank you, Karen, for sharing this recipe. ADDED NOTE: I was informed by Karen that the reason that some of the filling fell out, was because I did not press it into the dough; something that I will do next time, after librally brushing it with the egg white glaze. Also, I regretfully neglected to add the cream cheese (major oversight). I somehow missed that important ingredient, and therefore, the rating. As soon as I bake these again, I will re-rate this recipe, and make the proper adjustment. My apologies to Karen!

From: Teffy

On Dec 18, 2007

I made two batches of these for a cookie exchange it made over 9 dozen mini schnecken. Plus, how awesome is Schnecken to say? They are very good and pretty darn easy too!

From: Chef #317910

On May 14, 2006

My son dropped by when we were eating dinner and I told him he could try one. He kept eating them and wanted some to take home. My son is not a complimenter and he told me 3 times the Rugelach were very good. Very easy recipe. Next time, I'm trying the jam suggestion - good idea.

From: hannahactually

On Dec 28, 2005

Oh, these are the neatest little cookies! I love the shape--they look like they are much harder to make than they are. And they taste divine! I filled mine with chopped walnuts, and, oh! they're nutty heaven! I made most of them for my grandpa, and he LOVED them. Thanks for the recipe!