Ingredients and Weight:
- Challah bread dough: 1 recipe (about 300-400g flour)
- Cream cheese: 100g
- Dried cranberries: 50g
- Walnuts: 50g, chopped
- Almonds: 50g, sliced
- Green onions: 2, chopped
- Fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme): 1 tbsp, chopped
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Sugar: 2 tbsp
- Egg: 1, beaten
- Oil: for frying (approx. 2 tbsp)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 1 hour (dough preparation and ingredients prep)
- Cooking: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (moderate difficulty; requires dough preparation and shaping skills)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the challah bread dough according to the recipe instructions.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, dried cranberries, walnuts, almonds, green onions, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and sugar.
- When the dough is ready, roll it out into a thin rectangle.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll up the dough lengthwise and cut into individual portions.
- Fry the portions in oil until golden brown.
- Brush with beaten egg for a shiny coating.
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce or spread.
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
- Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on ingredients used and preparation method)
- Carbohydrates: 45-55g
- Protein: 12-15g
- Fat: 20-25g (including saturated fat)
- Fiber: 3-5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of flavors with the challah bread and cream cheese filling.
- Incorporates a variety of nuts and dried fruits for a crunchy and fruity taste.
- Suitable for American taste with its use of popular ingredients like cream cheese and challah bread dough.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was unexpected but delightful."
- "I loved the use of challah bread in this dish; it added a unique texture and flavor."
- "The cream cheese filling was so creamy and delicious, paired perfectly with the bread."
- "This dish was a great way to use up leftover challah bread dough."
- "I would make this again for a special occasion or a weekend treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Follow the instructions for preparing the challah bread dough carefully to ensure proper texture and taste.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.