Decadent Sweet Noodle Kugel
A beloved centerpiece on our holiday table, this Decadent Sweet Noodle Kugel is a sweet and creamy dish that combines cooked noodles with a rich blend of cheeses, applesauce, and warm spices. Family and friends alike request this delightful dessert, especially for celebrations. The crunchy, buttery frosted flakes add a wonderful texture that contrasts beautifully with the soft, custardy filling. Perfect for sharing, this kugel can be served as a side dish or a dessert, and is sure to become a favorite in your household as well. Remember, the magic lies in the gentle sprinkle of nutmeg and cinnamon that elevates the flavors, making it a truly irresistible dish.
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Servings
200
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
noodles
1 lb (cooked and drained)
eggs
6 (beaten)
cream cheese
8 oz (softened)
cottage cheese
1.5 lbs (preferably small curd)
applesauce
16 oz (cinnamon flavored)
white raisins
1 cup (uncooked)
sugar
1.5 cups (granulated)
nutmeg
to taste (sprinkled)
cinnamon
to taste (sprinkled)
butter
1/2 cup (melted for mixing)
frosted flakes
enough to cover kugel (crushed)
butter
enough to moisten the flakes (melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large bowl, mix the drained and cooked noodles with the beaten eggs, cream cheese, cottage cheese, applesauce, white raisins, sugar, and a dash of nutmeg and cinnamon for warmth, ensuring everything is well combined.
3
Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Once melted, pour the noodle mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
4
For the topping, combine the crushed frosted flakes with enough melted butter to moisten them thoroughly, mixing until they are evenly coated.
5
Sprinkle the buttery frosted flakes generously over the top of the kugel.
6
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the top from burning, and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
7
After 1 hour, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes. Check frequently to ensure the top does not get too dark. If it begins to brown too quickly, re-cover with foil until fully baked.
8
Remove from the oven and allow the kugel to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
10
Fat
25
Carbs
7.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Sweet Noodle Kugel?
It is a sweet and creamy dish that combines cooked noodles with a rich blend of cheeses, applesauce, and warm spices, often served as a holiday centerpiece.
What are the primary ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients include noodles, eggs, cream cheese, cottage cheese, cinnamon-flavored applesauce, white raisins, sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, butter, and frosted flakes.
How many eggs are required?
This recipe requires six beaten eggs.
What type of cream cheese should I use?
Use 8 ounces of softened cream cheese for the mixture.
What kind of cottage cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1.5 pounds of cottage cheese, preferably the small curd variety.
Is the applesauce plain or flavored?
The recipe specifies using 16 ounces of cinnamon-flavored applesauce.
Can I use regular raisins?
The recipe specifically lists 1 cup of uncooked white raisins.
How much sugar is in the kugel?
The dish contains 1.5 cups of granulated sugar.
What spices are used to flavor the dish?
Nutmeg and cinnamon are added to taste to provide warmth and depth.
What size baking dish is needed?
A 9x13-inch baking dish is required for this recipe.
How do I prepare the baking dish?
Melt 1/2 cup of butter directly in the 9x13-inch baking dish before adding the noodle mixture.
What is the topping made of?
The topping consists of crushed frosted flakes moistened with melted butter.
How much butter is used for the topping?
Use enough melted butter to thoroughly moisten the crushed frosted flakes.
What is the oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long does the kugel bake for?
The kugel bakes for a total of 1.5 hours: one hour covered and 30 minutes uncovered.
Why do I need to cover the dish with foil?
Covering the dish with aluminum foil prevents the frosted flake topping from burning during the first hour of baking.
What should I do if the top browns too quickly?
If the top begins to brown too quickly after removing the foil, re-cover it with foil until the baking time is complete.
How should the kugel be served?
It can be served warm or at room temperature.
Can this be served as a dessert?
Yes, it is versatile and can be served as either a side dish or a dessert.
What is the texture of the kugel?
The kugel has a soft, custardy filling that contrasts with a crunchy, buttery frosted flake topping.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are approximately 200 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 10 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 25 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
Each serving provides approximately 7.5 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
Is this a traditional dish?
Yes, it is categorized as European comfort food and is a traditional holiday centerpiece.
How do I prepare the noodles?
One pound of noodles should be cooked and drained before mixing with other ingredients.
Can I make this for a large group?
Yes, the 9x13-inch pan size makes it perfect for sharing at celebrations.
What provides the sweetness in the filling?
The sweetness comes from a combination of granulated sugar, cinnamon applesauce, and white raisins.
Does the kugel need time to cool?
The recipe recommends allowing the kugel to cool slightly before slicing to ensure clean pieces.