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Jam Kolaches

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 42
Calories: 544.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
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
  • 1/2 cup Butter or margarine, softened
  • 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190°C). Lightly grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.
  2. 2
    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.
  3. 3
    Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the creamed mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. 4
    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to a 1/8-inch thickness.
  5. 5
    Use a 2-1/2-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles from the dough.
  6. 6
    Place the dough rounds on the prepared cookie sheets.
  7. 7
    Spoon about 1/4 teaspoon of strawberry jam onto the center of each round.
  8. 8
    Fold the opposite sides of the dough over the jam to the center, allowing the edges to slightly overlap, creating a pouch shape.
  9. 9
    Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. 10
    Cool the kolaches on wire racks.
  11. 11
    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.

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