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Cozy Up This Winter with Homemade Rugelach and Hot Cocoa

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Savoring warm, homemade delicacies is the most consoling thing one can do as the winter's cold winds set in. A platter of mouthwatering rugelach, a classic Jewish pastry distinguished by flaky, buttery layers and sweet, creamy contents, is one of the nicest ways to curl up on a frozen evening. Combining these delicious pastries with a hot cocoa steaming mug produces the ideal mix of comfort and decadence. These traditional winter delicacies like rugelach will make everyone happy whether you're hosting friends or spending a peaceful evening by the fireplace. The History and Enchantment of Rugelach A popular dessert with a rich Eastern European Jewish history is rugelach. Derived from the Yiddish phrase meaning "little twists," its name captures exactly the form of these crescent-like delicacies. Made with a thick dough including cream cheese or sour cream, rugelach has a soft, somewhat acidic flavor. After that, the dough is rolled around a range of ingredients, like ...