Kolache Kookies

Discover the joy of baking with these delightful Kolache Kookies, a sweet twist on the classic Czech pastry. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are made with simple pantry staples like sour cream and egg yolks for a rich and tender texture, while a dollop of your favorite fruit preserves—be it apricot, raspberry, or prune—adds a burst of vibrant flavor in every bite. With a soft, thumbprint design and optional powdered sugar dusting, these beautiful treats are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate. Perfect for holiday cookie trays, tea-time indulgences, or a comforting homemade dessert, Kolache Kookies come together in just 35 minutes and serve 24, making them an easy yet impressive bake. Embrace these traditional, fruit-filled delights and bring a touch of European charm to your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup fruit preserves (e.g., apricot, raspberry, or prune)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined.

Step 4

Stir in the sour cream, blending until smooth.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into small balls. Place the balls approximately 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, gently press an indentation into the center of each ball of dough.

Step 9

Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of fruit preserves.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(805.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3001.7

Total Fat 131.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 674.5mg	0%
Sodium 1183.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 432.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 183.6g
Protein 41.0g	0%

Vitamin D 36.6IU	0%
Calcium 276.1mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 510.6mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 56.3%