Rugelach
Serving: 2 pieces (~60 g)
Rugelach are small rolled pastries, most famously the sticky chocolate version from Jerusalem bakeries. The yeasted, butter-rich dough and sweet filling make them a deceptively heavy nibble.
Nutrition per serving
Good to know
- The chocolate and sugar syrup brushed on top add a meaningful share of the calories.
- Bakery rugelach are larger and richer than supermarket ones.
- They are easy to eat several at a time, which adds up fast.
Logging tip
It is easy to lose count of how many you ate — snap the plate so Nishnush tallies them.
Common questions
How many calories are in rugelach? +
About 250 calories for two pieces (~60 g) — roughly 30 g carbs, 13 g fat and 4 g protein. Large bakery ones are higher each.
Are rugelach fattening? +
They are rich in butter and sugar, so a couple is a fine treat but a bagful adds up quickly. Portion is everything here.
Estimate for the serving shown — actual values vary by recipe and portion. Photograph your plate in Nishnush for a count tuned to it.
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