Kolachki Kolacky Kolachy Kolace Kolachi Kolache Kolachke Recipe

Name: Kolachki Kolacky Kolachy Kolace Kolachi Kolache Kolachke
Prep time: 360 min
Cook time: 600 min
Total time: 960 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened; 4 cups all-purpose flour; Walnuts; Honey; Prunes; 1/4 cup water (for Lekvar filling), plus 1 cup for fruit filling; Lemon Zest; Lemon Juice; 1/4 cup brown sugar (for Lekvar filling), plus additional to taste; Dried Fruit; Sugar (amounts vary per filling recipe); 1 tsp cinnamon (for fruit filling); Vanilla; Egg; Crushed Pineapple; 1 tbsp cornstarch (for cherry filling); Salt; Sweet Cherries; Semisweet Chocolate; 1 tbsp almond extract (for cherry filling); Milk; Poppy Seed

Dive into the delightful world of Kolache, these irresistible small cookies with a variety of sweet fillings! This recipe, passed down through generations, offers a taste of Slovakian heritage. While you can buy pre-made fillings (like Solo brand), the joy is in making your own – from classic fruit preserves to creamy cheese mixtures. This recipe is versatile; you can easily adjust the dough quantity to suit your needs. Prepare for a delightful baking journey, though note that this recipe requires several hours of prep and cook time, resulting in a generous batch of sweet treats!

Prep Time 360 mins

Cook Time 600 mins

Calories 1516 kcal

Protein 45g

Rating 4.9 (9 Reviews)

Kolachki Kolacky Kolachy Kolace Kolachi Kolache Kolachke

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kolachki Kolacky Kolachy Kolace Kolachi Kolache Kolachke

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups all-purpose flour
Walnuts
Honey
Prunes
1/4 cup water (for Lekvar filling), plus 1 cup for fruit filling
Lemon Zest
Lemon Juice
1/4 cup brown sugar (for Lekvar filling), plus additional to taste
Dried Fruit
Sugar (amounts vary per filling recipe)
1 tsp cinnamon (for fruit filling)
Vanilla
Egg
Crushed Pineapple
1 tbsp cornstarch (for cherry filling)
Salt
Sweet Cherries
Semisweet Chocolate
1 tbsp almond extract (for cherry filling)
Milk
Poppy Seed

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How to Make Kolachki Kolacky Kolachy Kolace Kolachi Kolache Kolachke

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until light and fluffy.
Gradually add 4 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Divide the dough into several portions (depending on the number of fillings). Shape each portion into a ball, wrap individually, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough ball at a time to 1/8 inch thickness.
Cut the dough into 2-inch squares. Add a small spoonful of your chosen filling to the center of each square.
Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, pressing edges gently to seal. (Alternatively, spread filling in a line, roll, then cut into 1 1/2 - 2 inch pieces.)
Place the kolaches on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 10-20 minutes, checking after 10 minutes. The bottoms should be lightly golden brown.
Cool for a few minutes on baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
**Filling A (example – adjust as needed for other fillings):** Combine all filling ingredients until well blended.
**Filling B (Lekvar – Plum Butter):** In a saucepan, combine 2 lbs plums, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Simmer, covered, for 25-30 minutes, or until very soft. Uncover for the last few minutes to evaporate excess liquid. Mash, then stir in an additional 1/4 cup brown sugar. (Pre-made lekvar is available at many grocery stores).
**Filling C (Fruit Filling):** Combine 4 cups mixed fruit (berries, apples, etc.), 1 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Simmer until very tender (35-45 minutes), then mash until smooth. Add more sugar to taste.
**Filling D (specify ingredients & instructions for filling D)**
**Filling E (specify ingredients & instructions for filling E)**
**Filling F (Cherry Filling):** In a food processor, finely chop 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries. Add 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tbsp almond extract, and 1 tbsp cornstarch. Blend until well combined.
**Filling G (specify ingredients & instructions for filling G)**