Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Apricot Jam Kolacky—Polish Kolaczki Cookies, a charming treat perfect for any occasion. These cookies feature a buttery cream cheese dough enveloping a sweet apricot filling, creating a tender, flaky texture that melts in your mouth. With their elegant shape and scrumptious flavor, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and highly customizable, you can experiment with different fillings to suit your taste preferences. Whether for a holiday gathering or a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies are a delightful addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups butter (room temperature)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 12 oz apricot jam
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend butter, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add flour until just combined; be careful not to overwork the dough.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick; cut into 2-inch squares.
- Place a small dollop of apricot jam in the center of each square and fold corners toward the center.
- Arrange filled cookies on prepared sheets and bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool on wire racks and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg