Kolacky
Delight in the timeless charm of Kolacky, a traditional Eastern European cookie that combines a flaky, buttery dough with a luscious fruit-filled center. Made from a rich blend of cream cheese and butter, these irresistible treats are rolled thin, cut into delicate shapes, and filled with vibrant fruit preserves like apricot, raspberry, or prune. Finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, Kolacky are as beautiful as they are delicious, perfect for festive occasions, holiday cookie trays, or an indulgent afternoon treat. With just a handful of pantry staples and simple steps, this recipe brings a touch of Old-World elegance to your kitchen while treating your taste buds to a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 226 grams cream cheese, softened
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 200 grams fruit preserves or jams (apricot, raspberry, or prune)
- 50 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.
Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
Sift the all-purpose flour and salt together. Slowly add the flour mixture to the butter-cream cheese blend, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten each into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Roll out one portion of the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Using a 2-inch square or round cookie cutter, cut out shapes from the dough and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Place a small dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of fruit preserves or jam in the center of each dough cutout. Optionally, lightly fold opposite corners of square cutouts together and press gently to seal.
Repeat with the remaining dough, re-rolling scraps as needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden. Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning.
Let the Kolacky cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 31 mg | 1% | |
*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.
