Ingredients for Aunt Miggies Kolaches
- ½ cup warm milk
- ½ cup warm water
- ½ cup shortening
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4-5 cups all-purpose flour
- Desired fruit filling (for 12-15 kolaches)
- Melted butter (for brushing)
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How to Make Aunt Miggies Kolaches
- In a large bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast in ½ cup warm water (105-115°F).
- Add ½ cup warm milk (105-115°F), ½ cup shortening, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 large egg to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
- Gradually add 4-5 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (approximately 1-1.5 hours).
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 12-15 equal-sized pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
- Place the dough balls on a greased baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
- Brush the tops of the dough balls with melted butter.
- Let rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
- Gently press the center of each ball to create a well for the filling.
- Fill each kolache with your desired filling (see filling suggestions below).
- Let the filled kolaches rise for an additional 15 minutes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent over-baking.
- Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
22g
Fat
15g
Carbs
15g
