Kolacky Recipe

Name: Kolacky
Prep time: 120 min
Cook time: 195 min
Total time: 315 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream; 2 large egg yolks; Unsalted Butter; 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour; Vanilla Extract; 1 cup (100g) finely crushed walnuts (for nut filling); 1/2 cup (115g) softened unsalted butter; White Sugar; 1 large egg white (for nut filling); 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar (for nut filling); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for nut filling)

Indulge in the irresistible taste of Grandma's Kolacky, a generations-old Slovak family recipe! These labor-of-love cookies are far superior to anything you'll find in stores. While they require time and effort, the rich, buttery dough and delectable filling (nut or fruit – your choice!) are well worth it. We've included instructions for making your own nut filling, especially helpful since store-bought nut fillings can be hard to find. Get ready for a taste of tradition!

Prep Time 120 mins

Cook Time 195 mins

Calories 427.2 kcal

Protein 13g

Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kolacky

8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
2 large egg yolks
Unsalted Butter
3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
Vanilla Extract
1 cup (100g) finely crushed walnuts (for nut filling)
1/2 cup (115g) softened unsalted butter
White Sugar
1 large egg white (for nut filling)
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar (for nut filling)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for nut filling)

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How to Make Kolacky

In a large bowl, cream together 8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup (115g) softened unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 2 large egg yolks using a pastry blender until well combined.
Stir in 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream. Gradually add 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, sifting it in to prevent lumps, until a soft dough forms.
Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and knead the dough until smooth and no longer sticky (about 5 minutes).
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls (approximately 1/4 cup each). Cover and refrigerate overnight.
**Prepare the Filling (Nut Filling):** In a medium bowl, beat 1 large egg white until frothy. Add 1 cup (100g) finely crushed walnuts, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix well and refrigerate.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly flour your work surface.
Remove dough from the refrigerator as needed. On a lightly floured surface, roll out a small portion of the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
Use a 3-inch square cookie cutter to cut out squares.
Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each square.
Bring two opposite corners together and pinch to seal. Fold over and pinch again to create a Kolacky shape.
Place the Kolacky on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.