Cream Cheese Kolacky

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Cream Cheese Kolacky
205 min.
30
73kcal

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Discover the delightful world of Cream Cheese Kolacky, a treat that is as delicious as it is popular. These tender, flaky pastries are a wonderful addition to any gathering, making them the perfect choice for antipasti, starters, snacks, or appetizers. With a subtle cream cheese filling and a touch of your favorite fruit jam, each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors that is sure to please your palate.

Prepared with just a handful of simple ingredients, Cream Cheese Kolacky not only encapsulates the essence of homemade sweetness but also adds an elegant touch to your dessert table. The unique combination of buttery richness from the softened butter and the smoothness of cream cheese creates a delightful dough that is both easy to work with and fun to shape. Once you’ve formed these adorable little pockets of joy, baking them to golden perfection will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.

Whether you're hosting a party or simply indulging in a cozy night at home, these kolacky will impress your guests and leave them asking for your recipe. Best of all, they can be prepared ahead of time—just chill the dough and bake when you're ready. With only 73 calories per piece, you can savor this treat guilt-free. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a delightful experience that combines tradition with a touch of personal flair!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 0.3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration
  • ounces cream cheese 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup any flavor fruit jam 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Mix cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add flour slowly until well blended. Shape into a ball and chill overnight or for several hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  4. Roll dough out 1/8 inch thick on a floured pastry board.
  5. Cut into 2 1/2 inch squares and place 1/2 tsp (approx) of jam or preserves. Overlap opposite corners and pinch together.
  6. Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool.
  8. Sprinkle lightly with confectioner's sugar.

Nutrition Facts

Calories73kcal
Protein3.57%
Fat49.91%
Carbs46.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.9
Glycemic Load
4.46
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.96347826460133%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:73.16kcal
3.66%
Fat:4.09g
6.29%
Saturated Fat:2.52g
15.78%
Carbohydrates:8.57g
2.86%
Net Carbohydrates:8.4g
3.05%
Sugar:4.17g
4.64%
Cholesterol:11mg
3.67%
Sodium:35.15mg
1.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.66g
1.32%
Vitamin A:132.62IU
2.65%
Selenium:1.82µg
2.59%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.3%
Folate:8.62µg
2.15%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.94%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.55%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.26%
Iron:0.23mg
1.25%
Source:Allrecipes