How to Make Cream Cheese Kolacky - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to sweet treats, few things can compare to the deliciousness of cream cheese kolacky. These delectable pastries are the perfect combination of sweet, creamy, and flaky, making them a favorite among those with a sweet tooth. Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just as a treat for yourself, cream cheese kolacky are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them.

Originating in Eastern Europe, kolacky are a type of pastry made with a rich, buttery dough and fi...

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Ingredients

  • 3 ounces cream cheese
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup any flavor fruit jam
  • ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 2 1/2 dozen

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Mix cream cheese and butter together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Gradually stir in flour until just combined. Shape dough into a ball; cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Roll out dough on a floured pastry board to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares and place about 1/2 teaspoon of jam or preserves in the center.
  • Overlap opposite corners and pinch together. Place on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on wire racks. Dust kolacky lightly with confectioner's sugar.
  • Nutrition

    72 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 32mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 13mg