These Jam Kolaches are a delightful twist on the traditional Czech pastry, offering a tender, buttery cookie-like texture rather than a yeasted bread. The dough, enriched with cream cheese and butter, rolls out easily and holds its shape beautifully. Each bite reveals a soft, melt-in-your-mouth exterior giving way to a burst of sweet strawberry jam in the center. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday parties, or as a special breakfast treat, these treats are simple to make yet look elegant on any platter. The dusting of powdered sugar adds a final touch of sweetness and visual appeal. They are sure to become a family favorite, especially when enjoyed fresh from the oven while still slightly warm.
Jam Kolaches
Description
These Jam Kolaches are a delightful twist on the traditional Czech pastry, offering a tender, buttery cookie-like texture rather than a yeasted bread. The dough, enriched with cream cheese and butter, rolls out easily and holds its shape beautifully. Each bite reveals a soft, melt-in-your-mouth exterior giving way to a burst of sweet strawberry jam in the center. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday parties, or as a special breakfast treat, these treats are simple to make yet look elegant on any platter. The dusting of powdered sugar adds a final touch of sweetness and visual appeal. They are sure to become a family favorite, especially when enjoyed fresh from the oven while still slightly warm.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC). Lightly grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the creamed mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to a 1/8-inch thickness.
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Use a 2-1/2-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles from the dough.
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Place the dough rounds on the prepared cookie sheets.
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Spoon about 1/4 teaspoon of strawberry jam onto the center of each round.
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Fold the opposite sides of the dough over the jam to the center, allowing the edges to slightly overlap, creating a pouch shape.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Cool the kolaches on wire racks.
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Once cooled, sprinkle with sifted powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 42
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 544.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 30.4g47%
- Saturated Fat 12.2g61%
- Cholesterol 27.5mg10%
- Sodium 311.2mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 57.9g20%
- Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
- Sugars 0.9g
- Protein 8.1g17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
