Sweet Kugel

Indulge in the comforting sweetness of this classic Sweet Kugel, a beloved Jewish noodle casserole that delights with its creamy texture and irresistible cinnamon-sugar topping. Made with tender egg noodles and a rich blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and cottage cheese, this kugel is sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar and warmly spiced with vanilla and cinnamon. Optional plump raisins add a festive touch, while a golden topping of crushed cornflakes and brown sugar provides a delightful crunch. Perfect for holiday celebrations, family dinners, or dessert, this easy-to-make dish bakes to perfection in just an hour. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a hearty treat that brings tradition and sweetness to your table. Keywords: Sweet Kugel recipe, Jewish noodle kugel, creamy noodle casserole, cinnamon sugar topping kugel, holiday dessert ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 ounces egg noodles
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups sour cream
• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 1 cup crushed cornflakes
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, cream cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Beat together until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Fold the cooked noodles into the cheese mixture until evenly coated. If desired, stir in the raisins.

Step 5

Pour the noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the crushed cornflakes and brown sugar. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the noodle mixture.

Step 7

Bake the kugel in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.

Step 8

Allow the kugel to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2118.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4520.6

Total Fat 256.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 1468.9mg	0%
Sodium 2599.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 493.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 349.9g
Protein 105.9g	0%

Vitamin D 179.5IU	0%
Calcium 1313.6mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 1718.6mg	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: 49.1%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 41.9%