Kolache Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Kolache Cookies, a tender and buttery treat inspired by traditional Eastern European pastries. Made with a rich dough of cream cheese and butter, these cookies boast a perfectly soft and flaky texture that melts in your mouth. Each cookie is filled with a dollop of fruity preserves—choose from apricot, raspberry, or plum for a burst of sweetness in every bite. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and a golden bake in under 15, these homemade cookies are as simple as they are elegant. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, they make a stunning addition to your holiday cookie platter or an indulgent afternoon snack. Perfect for sharing—or savoring solo—Kolache Cookies are a timeless classic that will charm cookie lovers everywhere.
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Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 227 grams cream cheese
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams fruit preserves (e.g., apricot, raspberry, or plum)
- 30 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Add the granulated sugar and beat again until well combined.
Step 3
Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing just until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4
Divide the dough into two equal parts, flatten each into a disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Keep the other disc refrigerated until ready to use.
Step 7
Using a 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out as many circles as possible from the dough. Re-roll scraps as needed.
Step 8
Place the circles on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of fruit preserves into the center of each circle.
Step 9
Gently fold two opposite sides of each circle toward the center, slightly overlapping them, and press lightly to seal.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden.
Step 11
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.
Step 12
Once the cookies are fully cooled, dust them lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (910g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3965.8 |
| Total Fat 275.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 159.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 731.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3139.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 361.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 149.1g | |
| Protein 41.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 314.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 736.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories