Kolatki Kolacki Ukrainian Christmas Cookies Via Czechoslovakia
Delight in the old-world charm of Kolatki Kolacki, traditional Ukrainian Christmas cookies with roots in Czechoslovakia, perfect for your holiday baking. These delicate treats feature a buttery, cream cheese-infused dough that is rolled thin and folded around luscious fruit preserves like apricot, raspberry, or prune. Baked to golden perfection, each cookie is finished with a snowy dusting of powdered sugar, making them as beautiful as they are delicious. Their signature flaky texture and fruity center make these cookies a festive favorite, ideal for gift giving or sharing at family gatherings. Quick to prepare and boasting classic Eastern European flavors, these Kolatki Kolacki cookies will transport you to a holiday table steeped in tradition. Perfect for anyone searching for unique Christmas cookies, simple holiday desserts, or traditional Eastern European sweets, this recipe is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fruit preserves (apricot, raspberry, or prune, as preferred)
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and diced cold butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 2
2. Add the softened cream cheese to the bowl and mix until a soft dough forms. Avoid over-mixing to maintain a delicate texture.
Step 3
3. Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten into discs, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Step 4
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 5
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disc to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round or square cookie cutter (approximately 2-3 inches wide) to cut out shapes. Repeat with the second dough disc.
Step 6
6. Place the cut-out dough shapes onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a spoon, place a small dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of fruit preserves in the center of each shape. Avoid overfilling to prevent the preserves from spilling out during baking.
Step 7
7. Fold two opposite edges of each cookie toward the center, partially overlapping them to form a pinched or envelope-like shape. Gently press to seal.
Step 8
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden on the edges.
Step 9
9. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Step 10
10. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1163.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4820.0 |
| Total Fat 281.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 174.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 786.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 853.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 531.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 216.3g | |
| Protein 54.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 152.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 397.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1040.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories