Cranberry Nut Swirls

Transform your holiday baking with these irresistible Cranberry Nut Swirls, a delightful blend of buttery cream cheese pastry and a sweet, spiced filling. Each spiral is infused with tart dried cranberries, crunchy pecans or walnuts, warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar, creating the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The chilled dough, made with cream cheese and cubed butter, ensures a tender, flaky base, while a golden egg wash adds a gorgeous finish. Perfect for cookie trays, gift-giving, or festive gatherings, these swirls are as beautiful as they are delicious. Easy to prepare ahead and bake in just 20 minutes, this recipe will become a holiday favorite in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Dried cranberries, chopped
• 0.75 cup Pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 piece Egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the chilled butter into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the softened cream cheese to the mixture and knead gently until a smooth dough forms.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the chopped cranberries, pecans or walnuts, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough into a 12x8-inch rectangle.

Step 8

Evenly spread half of the cranberry-nut mixture over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 9

Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Pinch the seams to seal.

Step 10

Repeat with the second portion of dough and remaining filling.

Step 11

Slice each log into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange the slices on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 12

Brush the tops of the swirls with the beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the swirls are lightly golden and puffed.

Step 14

Allow the swirls to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1261.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5508.3

Total Fat 339.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 953.8mg	0%
Sodium 1469.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 588.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 328.2g
Protein 63.4g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 502.1mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 1231.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 41.6%