Kolacky Cookies
Delightfully tender and irresistibly buttery, Kolacky Cookies are a classic Eastern European treat that combines a melt-in-your-mouth cream cheese dough with a burst of fruity sweetness. These traditional pastries, filled with vibrant apricot, raspberry, or plum preserves, are folded into an elegant shape and baked to golden perfection. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies are as visually charming as they are delicious. Ideal for holidays, tea parties, or as an everyday indulgence, Kolacky Cookies strike the perfect balance between rich, flaky pastry and sweet, tangy filling. With a simple yet elegant recipe that requires minimal effort and yields stunning results, Kolacky Cookies are sure to become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves or jam (apricot, raspberry, or plum)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a smooth dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the dough in half, shape each portion into a flat disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Keep the other portion in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Using a 2-inch square cookie cutter (or a knife), cut the dough into squares. Place each square onto the prepared baking sheets.
Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of fruit preserves or jam into the center of each square. Be careful not to overfill, as the jam may seep out during baking.
Fold two opposite corners of each square over the filling and gently pinch them together to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough and preserves.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, dust them with powdered sugar for a finished look.
Serve and enjoy the delicate, buttery Kolacky cookies with tea, coffee, or as a delightful dessert after a meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.4 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.2 g | 511% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 477 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 762 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 360.3 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% | |
*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.
