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Fruited Passover Kugels

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These individual Fruited Passover Kugels are a delightful, gluten-free dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year. The base combines crushed matzo soaked in water, creating a tender crumb that holds together beautifully. Its mixed with fresh apples and plums, spiced with cinnamon, and leavened with folded-in egg whites for a light, airy texture. Baked in small custard cups, they offer a personal portion thats easy to serve. The result is a moist, flavorful cake with a subtle chew from the matzo and bursts of fruit sweetness. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a comforting end to a meal.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 236.1
Dietary: Gluten-free, Passover, Vegetarian
Description
These individual Fruited Passover Kugels are a delightful, gluten-free dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year. The base combines crushed matzo soaked in water, creating a tender crumb that holds together beautifully. Its mixed with fresh apples and plums, spiced with cinnamon, and leavened with folded-in egg whites for a light, airy texture. Baked in small custard cups, they offer a personal portion thats easy to serve. The result is a moist, flavorful cake with a subtle chew from the matzo and bursts of fruit sweetness. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a comforting end to a meal.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Margarine, divided
  • 4 sheets Matzo, broken into small pieces
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Light brown sugar, packed
  • 4 large Eggs, separated
  • 4 medium Apples, cored, peeled, and coarsely shredded
  • 8 large Pitted prunes, diced
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
  2. 2
    Grease eight 6-ounce custard cups with the remaining margarine (about 1/4 teaspoon per cup) and set aside.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, combine the broken matzo pieces with the water and let soak for 5-10 minutes until softened. Drain any excess water if necessary.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, beat 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon of margarine with the brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. 5
    Add the egg yolks to the margarine mixture and beat until well combined.
  6. 6
    Stir in the soaked matzo, shredded apples, diced prunes, lemon juice, and cinnamon until evenly distributed. Set aside.
  7. 7
    In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
  8. 8
    Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the fruit and matzo batter until just combined, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
  9. 9
    Spoon approximately 1/8 of the batter into each prepared custard cup.
  10. 10
    Bake for 35 minutes, or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. 11
    Allow the kugels to cool in the cups for 5 minutes.
  12. 12
    Loosen the edges with a spatula, transfer to a wire rack, and cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 236.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.0g17%
Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 158.8mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 27.1g10%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g36%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 9.1g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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