APRICOT CHEESE KUGEL

Apricot Cheese Kugel image

This sweet noodle kugel is a fun dessert and a super addition to any brunch buffet. My family and friends scrape the pan clean. I got the recipe from my sister years ago. -Florence Palermo, Melrose Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) wide egg noodles
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
12 large eggs
1 jar (18 ounces) apricot preserves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided

Steps:

Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and sugar until smooth; stir in lemon juice. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Drain and rinse noodles; add to egg mixture. , Spoon half into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the preserves; sprinkle with half of the cinnamon. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 45 minutes or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 233mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.