In the realm of delectable pastries, Kolacky stands out as a crown jewel, captivating taste buds with its irresistible charm. Originating from Slovakia, this delectable treat has embarked on a global culinary journey, gracing tables across continents. Kolacky's allure lies in its versatility, offering a symphony of flavors that cater to diverse palates. Whether you prefer the nutty embrace of walnuts or the delicate intrigue of poppy seeds, Kolacky promises an unforgettable gustatory experience. Dive into the heart of this article to discover two extraordinary recipes that unveil the secrets behind this Slovakian treasure. Embark on a culinary adventure as you recreate these masterpieces in your own kitchen, transforming your home into a haven of sweet indulgence. Let the aroma of freshly baked Kolacky fill the air, enticing loved ones to gather around the table and revel in the delectable symphony of flavors that await.
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SLOVAK KOLACKY
Make and share this Slovak Kolacky recipe from Food.com.
Provided by AElfflaed
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 5-6 dozen, 60-72 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Work cream cheese, butter, flour and salt as for pie crust. Moisten with milk. Knead lightly until smooth.
- Divide dough into 4 balls. Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate overnight or at least 3 hours.
- Sprinkle some flour and granulated sugar on board. Roll out each ball fairly thin and cut into 1 1/2 inch squares.
- Place 1 teaspoon of filling in center and squeeze 2 opposite corners together.
- Bake on a greased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes or until light brown.
- When cool, dust with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 11.3, Sodium 33.1, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.1, Protein 0.7
POPPY SEED KOLACHES
Preparing and sharing recipes I made as a boy are what keep me young at heart. And since I'm retired, I have plenty of time to bake treats like this for our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.-Carl & Isobel Wanasek, Rogers, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add the next seven ingredients and 2 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Shape into walnut-size balls; roll each into a 2-1/2-in. circle. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets; brush with butter. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring poppy seeds and water to a boil; boil 1 minute or until thickened. Add milk and raisins; simmer for 10 minutes. Add sugar, butter, vanilla and cinnamon; simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the graham cracker crumbs. , Make a depression, about 1-1/2 in. in diameter, in the center of each roll; fill with 2 teaspoons of filling. Bake at 400° for 7-10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks. Drizzle with glaze if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
EASY KOLACKY
This simple Czech cream cheese pastry, pronounced kolotch-key, is a very old holiday favorite. Using Solo®-brand filling found in the baking aisle is a delicious time-saver. The prune flavor is scrumptious!
Provided by mommymeggy
Categories Bread
Time 3h42m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the cream cheese and butter in a large bowl; beat with electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar into the butter mixture. Slowly beat in the flour; mix well. Cover bowl and refrigerate at least 3 hours, or overnight.
- Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- On a well floured board, roll out chilled dough to 1/8 inch. Use a pizza wheel to cut dough into 2 1/2 inch squares. Spoon approximately 2 teaspoons of filling in the center of each square; do not overfill. Fold opposite corners of each square into the middle to encase dough, pinching dough together in center. Filling should peek out a little at each end. Transfer cookies to an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake the kolacky in the preheated oven until set but not brown, about 12 minutes. Remove to racks to cool. Dust cooled kolacky with remaining powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 20.4 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 58.8 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
KOLACKY
Provided by Barbara Grunes
Categories Cookies Dessert Bake Christmas Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Condiment Chill Party Jam or Jelly Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and sugar on medium speed until light, about 2 minutes. On low speed, gradually beat in the flour just until mixed. The dough will be soft and sticky.
- 2. Divide the dough in half. Pat each half into a thick disk and wrap separately in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm enough to handle, at least 1 hour or up to 1 day.
- 3. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease or spray cookie sheets.
- 4. Dust a pastry cloth or board with flour or confectioners' sugar. Remove 1 dough disk from the refrigerator and place it on the pastry cloth. Keep the remaining dough disk refrigerated. Roll out the dough into a square or rectangle 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 2 1/2-inch squares.
- 5. Place 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of each square. Pull 2 opposite corners of the square into the middle, and pinch the edges together to seal. Place the cookies on the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 1/2 inches apart. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
- 6. Bake in the center of the oven until lightly golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool on the cookie sheets for 1 to 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Dust the tops with sifted confectioners' sugar while still warm, then let cool completely.
KOLACKY SLOVAK NUT OR POPPY SEED ROLLS/KOLACHI PAN DULCE DE NUECES O SEMILLAS DE POPPY SLOVAKO
My grandmother on my dads side was from Hungarian/Slovak origins. My stepdad Eddo was also Slovak, he has passed but was a wonderful person. He gave me a present many years ago an authentic Slovak cookbook with wonderful recipes from his country. Kolacky as they spell it in the book is a special yeast dough that is made into nut...
Provided by Juliann Esquivel
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. Combine cream, yeast and sugar, let stand for 5 minutes.
- 2. Mix flour and butter, add yolks add yeast mixture and work with hands until dough is not sticky and hands are clean.
- 3. roll out thin, a small piece at a time. Fill with either nut filling or poppyseed filling and roll. Put on cookie sheet and set aside for about 30 minutes in a nice warm place. Let rise. Also Apricot filling is also very delicious, You can use apricot preserves if you do ot like poppyseed or nut fillings.
- 4. Bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes. Delicious Enjoy Above recipe is a Kolacky recipe that is fast. Most Kolacky take much longer because they are left to rise twice.
- 5. Poppyseed Filling: Combine all the ingredients and cook until the milk is absorbed. Spred on dough and roll up jelly roll fashion pinch edges. Let rise for 30 minutes
- 6. Walnut Filling: Course grind one pound of walnut meats, Combine with warm milk, butter, and sugar stir well with a wisk until most of the sugar is dissolved, sugar does not have to be totaly dissolved add ground nut meats and spred out on rolled dough. Roll up jelly roll fashion and pinch edges. Let rise for 30 minutes Enjoy
- 7. Will post my picture later as this is for a member as a special request. LOL
- 8. Variation: Cultural Explosion: For my Cream Cheese and Guava filling, take a four ounce package of cream cheese the small one, leave out to soften, then add 1/4 cup powdered sugar and blend in well. The cheese should be very soft to spread easily Spread this cream cheese on the dough, then take guava marmalade (Conchita, Ancel or Goya are brands I buy in the Latin food markets) Guava marmalade comes in a can. Take a large tablespoon and put a few spoonfulls of the marmalade over the cream cheese and spred all over the cream cheese. Then roll jelly roll fashion. Pinch edges or fold under so spread wont come out. Follow the recipe above and bake. Delicious.
Tips:
- To get the best results, use active dry yeast that is not expired.
- Make sure the milk and butter are warm, but not hot, before adding them to the yeast mixture. Hot liquids can kill the yeast.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to develop the gluten in the flour, which will make the kolaches light and fluffy.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This usually takes about 1 hour.
- While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. This can be done ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- To fill the kolaches, roll out the dough into a thin sheet. Cut out circles of dough and place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal. Place the kolaches on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake the kolaches in a preheated oven until they are golden brown. This usually takes about 20 minutes.
- Let the kolaches cool before serving.
Conclusion:
Kolaches are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be filled with a variety of different ingredients. With a little planning, you can make kolaches that are perfect for any occasion.
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