Indulge in the sweet and comforting flavors of a traditional apple noodle kugel. This classic Jewish dish combines tender egg noodles, fresh apples, and warm cinnamon for a delightful dessert or side dish. Perfect for holidays or any time you're craving a taste of home.
Ingredients
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 4 large apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cook noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together apples, sugar, melted butter, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add cooked noodles to the apple mixture and stir until well combined.
- Fold in raisins and walnuts, if using.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Noodle kugel is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish dish that is commonly served on holidays like Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
The combination of sweet apples and warm cinnamon in this kugel recipe makes it a comforting and satisfying dish for any occasion.