Czech Pastry Cottage Cheese Kolacky

Discover the charm of Eastern European baking with these delightful Czech Pastry Cottage Cheese Kolacky! This traditional recipe combines a rich, buttery dough made with cream cheese and unsalted butter with a creamy, slightly tangy cottage cheese filling sweetened with powdered sugar and infused with vanilla. These dainty pastries are beautifully shaped by folding dough around the filling, creating a tender, golden-brown treat that’s as gorgeous as it is delicious. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these kolacky are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a sweet snack any time of year. With simple ingredients and straightforward techniques, this recipe brings an authentic taste of Czech culinary heritage to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Cottage cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 piece Egg yolk
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Add the unsalted butter and cream cheese to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, mix the ingredients until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

Step 4

While the dough chills, make the filling by combining cottage cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and the egg yolk in a bowl. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to approximately 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 7

Using a round cookie cutter (about 2-3 inches wide), cut circles out of the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Place a small dollop (about 1 teaspoon) of the cottage cheese filling in the center of each dough circle.

Step 9

Fold two opposite sides of the circle over the filling, pinching them together lightly to seal. This will form a square shape.

Step 10

Brush the edges of the pastry lightly with water or milk to help them seal better.

Step 11

Sprinkle the tops with a little granulated sugar (optional for added sweetness).

Step 12

Bake the kolacky in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 14

Once cooled, dust the kolacky with powdered sugar for a final touch.

Step 15

Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1162.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3958.3

Total Fat 187.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 683.2mg	0%
Sodium 1824.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 509.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 227.4g
Protein 70.4g	0%

Vitamin D 27.8IU	0%
Calcium 427.1mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 873.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 50.8%