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Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies

December 3, 2018 By Patricia 68 Comments

Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies are a delight, and are perfect to serve at any celebration. Delicate and rich, you’ll enjoy these traditional treats with a bit of a twist when it comes to the filling.

Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies are a fab cookie for any celebration! You'll love Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies.

Traditional Italian cookies, I know. Disclaimer: I’m not an expert. That designation goes to my family of Italian grandmothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, mom, and dad. When it comes to traditional Jewish cookies, I only know what tastes good!

Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies are perfect for the holidays! Make these Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies for any celebration!

When I was growing up, I delighted in the extra-special Italian cookies made for all the big (and not-so-big) celebrations. All the fancy, intricate, and delicious cookies appeared at weddings, graduations, baptisms, and baby showers.

The process of making those cookies was an event itself. Women in the family would gather to make huge batches of goodies, and they had the process down like an assembly line.

You’ll find these Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies fit the bill when it comes to “special occasion” cookies.

These Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies are so tasty! Everyone will enjoy Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies!

I’m sure there are more family recipes for rugelach than you can count, but I came across one I was eager to make. It’s from the beautiful cookbook, The Community Table: Recipes & Stories from the Jewish Community Center in Manhattan and Beyond. 

This book is filled with modern and classic Jewish recipes with international flair. The recipes were gathered from members of the JCC Manhattan and are diverse and flavorful. I can’t wait to work my way through this book!

Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies are a lovely way to celebrate! Enjoy these Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies this season!

I slightly adapted Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies from the book’s recipe. The recipe I followed from the book gave me way too much filling, so I tried again with different portions and adding the walnut-sugar mixture.

I even went a little rogue when it came to cutting and shaping the cookies. The dough for these cookies is delicious, but it’s very soft and very sticky, and requires refrigeration before working with it. The recipe called for cutting the 9-inch disks into 16 wedges.

For my first batch, I followed the directions, but found the dough to be really hard to shape. Maybe it takes practice but I finally decided to slice fewer wedges, and that gave me small, medium, and even a few large cookies.

Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies are a delight for any celebration! You'll love these Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies!

The small Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies were adorable and button-like, but no matter the size, they were all delicious (yes, I sampled each size, just to be sure).

I hope you’ll consider trying your hand at making Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies for any celebration. They’re a delight!

For more cookie recipes:
Spicy Caramel Corn Cookies
Cinnamon Pretzel Crunch Cookies

Linzer Cookies with Homemade Orange Marmalade

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Pumpkin and Walnut Rugelach Cookies

These special occasion cookies are rich and delightful. Perfect for a celebration!

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Ingredients

    For the Dough:
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into large pieces
  • 8 ounces, plus 2 tablespoons cream cheese, cut into large pieces
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • For the Filling:
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1/3 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons cinnamon, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
  • Parchment paper

Instructions

    For the Dough:
  1. Add the flour, butter, cream cheese, and sour cream into a stand mixer (you could also use a food processor with a metal blade). Blend or pulse on medium until combined. Sprinkle the sugar over the mixture and blend or pulse again until combined.
  2. The dough with be soft and sticky. Divide it into four equal parts. Pat it flat into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  3. For the Filling:
  4. Add the pumpkin, apple juice, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt into a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir until combined.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat. Simmer the mixture for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  6. The mixture should be thick and spreadable when finished.
  7. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and let it stand for about 10 minutes.
  8. Combine the walnuts, remaining sugar, remaining cinnamon, and brown sugar.
  9. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with lightly floured parchment paper. Set aside.
  10. To Assemble:
  11. One at a time, place a portion of the dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll out the dough to form a 9-inch circle, about 1/8-inch thick. Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  12. Remove the top piece of parchment paper. Spread 1/4 of the pumpkin mixture evenly across the circle, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the edge of the dough.
  13. Sprinkle 1/4 of the walnut mixture over the top.
  14. Use a sharp knife to slice the circle into 12 wedges, or so.
  15. One at a time, remove the wedges and, starting with the widest portion, roll it toward the pointed portion.
  16. Tuck the tip underneath the cookie and place on the baking sheet, leaving 1-inch between each cookie.
  17. Continue with the remaining dough and filling.
  18. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  19. Cool completely and sprinkle with the confectioners’ sugar before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 4262 cal
Carbohydrates: 374 g
Fat: 294 g
Sodium: 1027 g
Cholesterol: 777 g
Protein: 49 g
Fiber: 14 g

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Comments

  1. Alice says

    September 30, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Oh my goodness these look fabulous! My sweet tooth has been insane since I've been pregnant. Must. Have. These! xo, Alice at Lone Star Looking Glass
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:39 pm

      They would hit the spot, for sure! Thank you, Alice!
      Reply
  2. Madeline says

    September 30, 2016 at 6:00 pm

    I love rugelach!! This combo sounds so delicious!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:38 pm

      Thanks, Madeline! :)
      Reply
  3. candy says

    September 30, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    Never heard of these cookies before, they look darn good.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:38 pm

      My first time making them -- they're so good! Thanks, Candy!
      Reply
  4. Lora @savoringitaly says

    September 30, 2016 at 6:25 pm

    My kids just love chocolate rugelach and now if I make these, they will be so excited. They're so perfect for pumpkin baking season!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:38 pm

      Oh that's awesome! Thanks, Lora!
      Reply
  5. Elizabeth says

    September 30, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    These cookies look special enough for a cookie tray oreveryday cookie jar. Thanks for the heads up about working with the dough in smaller proportions.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:37 pm

      Thanks! They weren't hard to make, and like I said, even easier if you make the portions bigger!
      Reply
  6. Clarissa says

    September 30, 2016 at 6:58 pm

    These sound so tasty! And they're poppable so I bet they'd be hard to stop eating, lol -Clarissa @ The View From Here
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:37 pm

      Um, yes, you hit that on the head! :) Thanks, Clarissa!
      Reply
  7. esther freedman says

    September 30, 2016 at 7:00 pm

    These look absolutely delicious! GREAT recipe!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:36 pm

      Thanks so much, Esther!
      Reply
  8. Amber says

    September 30, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    These look amazing and perfect for Fall! Thank you for sharing the recipe! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:36 pm

      Thanks for your kind words, Amber!
      Reply
  9. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    September 30, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    I have never tried rugelach cookies but these look heavenly!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:36 pm

      Thanks, Des! My first time making them -- yum!!
      Reply
  10. Jill Silverman Hough says

    September 30, 2016 at 9:07 pm

    I've been craving rugelach, Patricia, and your recipe looks like a great twist on the usual. Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:36 pm

      Thanks, Jill! I hope you give them a try - so yummy!
      Reply
  11. Joanna @ Strong Girl Collective says

    September 30, 2016 at 9:30 pm

    These look yummy! And not super difficult to make either, which I am all about;)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:35 pm

      No - not hard at all (although I thought they would be)! Thanks, Joanna!
      Reply
  12. Ashleigh says

    September 30, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    Wow, these pumpkin walnut rugelach cookies look so delicious! I will have to try this recipe this Fall! Thank you for sharing your recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:35 pm

      Thanks, Ashleigh! Hope you give them a try soon!
      Reply
  13. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    September 30, 2016 at 11:31 pm

    What a terrific Fall treat, I love these flavors!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:35 pm

      Thanks, Kimberly!
      Reply
  14. Leah says

    October 1, 2016 at 12:24 am

    These cookies sound so delicious! What a yummy treat!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks so much, Leah!
      Reply
  15. Maria says

    October 1, 2016 at 1:14 am

    Wow! These cookies are so special! :) I love how cute they are!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks so much! They are cute (and delish)!
      Reply
  16. Jenine says

    October 1, 2016 at 1:57 am

    Yummy. I'm looking for new pumpkin recipes and these look perfect for the fall.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      For sure! These are great for the season. Thanks, Jenine!
      Reply
  17. Ginny McMeans says

    October 1, 2016 at 2:16 am

    Ohhh, I saw these cookies on pinterest earlier today. They really caught my eye and sound fantastic with pumpkin and fall flavors. I have to make them.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:34 pm

      Thanks so much, Ginny! They're so tasty! Hope you try them!
      Reply
  18. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    October 1, 2016 at 8:45 am

    WOW!! These cookies look absolutely delicious!! Can't wait to try them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:33 pm

      Thanks so much, Katerina! Hope you love them!
      Reply
  19. Sheila @ Life, Love, and Good Food says

    October 1, 2016 at 10:43 am

    These cookies are perfect special occasion cookies -- sounds absolutely delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:33 pm

      The are, Sheila! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  20. Patty Haxton Anderson says

    October 1, 2016 at 11:26 am

    My goodness I love the dough recipe! YUM. These look so good. I must try to make rugelach again.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:33 pm

      Hi Patty! Hope you do - the dough was a little sticky but not impossible to work with like I though it would be :)
      Reply
  21. Katherine Turro says

    October 1, 2016 at 1:59 pm

    Rugelach are some of my favorite cookies to make but I've never thought of adding pumpkin - this is genius!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      Thanks, Katherine! I really liked the pumpkin :)
      Reply
  22. Meileilan says

    October 1, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    I'm drooling just looking at it. I can't wait to try this. Thank you for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:32 pm

      Thanks so much, Meileilan!
      Reply
  23. Linda says

    October 2, 2016 at 5:46 pm

    Wow, a great little recipe. Perfect for fall. Pumpkin flavor is so great for this season. i would love if you shared this at our link party today, Dishing It & Digging It. The party is live at 4:00 EST.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 2, 2016 at 10:31 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Linda! I'll check it out! :)
      Reply
  24. Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen says

    October 3, 2016 at 1:32 pm

    These look so perfect! Have never heard of them before but definitely want to try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 3, 2016 at 3:50 pm

      They're really good! Thanks, Ashlyn!
      Reply
  25. Linda says

    December 4, 2016 at 3:43 pm

    THANK YOU so much for this wonderful recipe; our SamsClub used to make these for sale during the Thanksgiving/Christmas holidays but they have not made them for the past few years. Our family loved these cookies and I have not found a recipe that actually listed pumpkin in the filling. I'm on my way to the grocer now to pick up the ingredients that I don't have. Baking to follow soon. Mmmm.... I can almost smell them already!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      December 4, 2016 at 4:01 pm

      I hope you enjoy them, Linda!
      Reply
  26. Hope says

    November 11, 2018 at 9:09 am

    I don't understand.....where's the pumpkin??
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:54 pm

      There is 1/2 cup pumpkin puree in this recipe - Under "Filling" - first ingredient on the list. Thanks!
      Reply
  27. Brittany Poulson says

    December 3, 2018 at 10:40 am

    These look more like pastries rather than cookies to me, but either way they look delicious! I love the combo of pumpkin and walnuts!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:29 pm

      Yes, that's one way to look at them! They're tasty! Thanks, Brittany!
      Reply
  28. Mimi says

    December 3, 2018 at 12:39 pm

    OMG These look amazing! I've never had anything similar but they sound delicious
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:29 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Mimi!
      Reply
  29. Paula @ I'm Busy Being Awesome says

    December 3, 2018 at 12:40 pm

    So many tasty flavors, such a yummy treat!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      Thank you, Paula!
      Reply
  30. Amber C says

    December 3, 2018 at 6:39 pm

    This dessert looks amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      Thank you, Amber!
      Reply
  31. Amanda says

    December 3, 2018 at 7:45 pm

    My mother-in-law makes cookies just like this for Hannukah. So yummy!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      They are so tasty! Thanks for stopping by, Amanda!
      Reply
  32. Luci says

    December 3, 2018 at 11:56 pm

    I just saw these cookies on TV. I need to make these ASAP.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      They're really nice! Enjoy, Luci!
      Reply
  33. Maegan says

    December 4, 2018 at 9:53 am

    I've never tried these before, but I'm adding them to my holiday baking list! They look so pretty and sound delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:26 pm

      Thanks, Maegan! They're great or the holidays!
      Reply
  34. Tonya Espy says

    December 4, 2018 at 11:26 am

    These look delicious! Can't wait to try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 12, 2019 at 5:26 pm

      Thanks, Tonya!
      Reply

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