Low Fat Traditional Kolache
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic Czech pastry with a healthy twist in this Low Fat Traditional Kolache recipe. Perfectly soft and pillowy, these yeast-raised pastries are made with a lightened-up dough using warm skim milk, unsweetened applesauce, and minimal sugar, making them a guilt-free treat. Each kolache is beautifully filled with a creamy light cream cheese mixture and your favorite low-sugar fruit preserves, creating a delectable balance of sweetness and tang. With simple ingredients and step-by-step guidance, including tips for kneading and rising, this recipe is easy to follow and results in a batch of irresistibly golden, homemade pastries. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for breakfast, brunch, or a special afternoon snack – a healthier spin on a cherished tradition that's sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml warm skim milk
- 7 g dry active yeast
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 400 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 60 ml unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg (large, lightly beaten)
- 150 g light cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120 ml fruit preserves (any flavor, low sugar)
- 15 g powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix warm skim milk (about 110°F/43°C) with the dry active yeast and 1 tsp of the sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and the rest of the granulated sugar.
Add the applesauce, beaten egg, and frothy yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the cheese filling by combining the light cream cheese, vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp of powdered sugar (optional) in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each ball.
Flatten the center of each dough ball slightly using the back of a spoon or your fingers to create an indentation.
Fill each indentation with about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture and 1 teaspoon of fruit preserves.
Cover the kolache loosely with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the kolache for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden on top.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 271 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 3115 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.6 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.8 g | ||
| Protein | 70.3 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 622 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1513 mg | 32% | |
*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.
