**Polish Kolaches: A Taste of Sweet History**
Polish kolaches are a delightful pastry that has captured the hearts of many with their delectable taste and intricate designs. These pastries, also known as kołaczki, originated in Poland and have become a beloved treat across the globe. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the world of Polish kolaches, unveiling their rich history, diverse fillings, and the secrets to creating these delectable pastries in the comfort of your own home. Discover the traditional recipes for yeast-based and bread machine kolaches, along with a tantalizing variation filled with poppy seeds and plums. Unleash your inner baker and embark on a sweet adventure with Polish kolaches, where every bite promises a burst of flavor and a taste of Polish culinary heritage.
POLISH KOLACHES W/BREAD MACHINE
In Chicago, four of my church buddies would convene at my home...and we wouls spend the day ....making kloaches for our church bazaar! Naturally we had to, taste all day! Thats called quality control! They had to be perfect...how else could we tell ? LOL Here is a wonderful short cut recipe using the bread machine, that the...
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Other Snacks
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Put the first 10 ingredients in order, starting with water...into the bread pan. Select dough cycle, press start. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing, adding 1-2 teaspoons of water if necessary.
- 2. When the cycle is complete, spoon out the dough with a tablespoon and roll into walnut sized balls. Place two inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled..... About 1 hour.
- 3. Flatten balls slightly with the palm of your hand and make a depression in the center of with your thumb. Making a nice inner ridge. Fill each with 1 tablespoon of a filling of your choice. Cover and let rise ......30 minutes. Preheat oven to 370 F. Bake in a pre-heated oven 13-15 minutes. Remove from oven, brush with 1/4 cup of melted butter. Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with powder sugar when serving.
KOLACHES FOR YOUR BREAD MACHINE
"This is a family favorite made easy. Preparing the dough in a bread machine saves time kneading the dough by hand."
Provided by Starfire aka Wendy
Categories Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place water, softened butter, egg, egg yolk, milk powder, potato flakes, sugar, salt, flour and yeast in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
- Select Dough cycle; press Start. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of water if necessary.
- When the cycle is complete, spoon out dough with tablespoon and roll into walnut sized balls. Place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Flatten balls slightly with the palm of your and make a depression in center with your thumb. Fill with 1 tablespoon of filling. Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bake in preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter. Cool on wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.4, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 33.6, Sodium 162, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 3.9
KLOBASNEK (SAUSAGE KOLACHES)
Steps:
- Over medium heat, warm the milk and 4 tablespoons of the butter until the milk is just beginning to steam, but is not boiling, and the butter is melted. Remove from the heat.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yeast, sugar, salt, and 1 1/2 cups of the flour. Pour in the warm milk mixture and stir until a sticky dough has formed. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat together the oil and egg yolks. Pour the eggs into the flour mixture and blend until fully incorporated. Slowly stir in enough of the remaining 2 to 2 1/2 cups flour until the dough comes together and is soft but not sticky. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until it is smooth.
- Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover. Allow to rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 8 even-size pieces. In your hands, roll the pieces of dough into balls and then flatten them into disks 4 inches in diameter. In the center of each piece of dough, place 1/2 tablespoon of the cheddar cheese, 2 slices of jalapeño, and a piece of sausage. Fold one side of the dough over the other and roll, then seal by pinching on all sides. Place on the baking sheet 1 inch apart, seam side down. Cover and allow to rise for 45 more minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Brush the tops of the klobasneks with half the melted butter. Bake, uncovered, for 15 to 18 minutes, or until lightly browned. After you remove them from the oven, brush each klobasnek with the remaining melted butter. Serve warm. They are best on the day they are made, but they can be tightly wrapped and then reheated, up to 2 days after baking. They can also be frozen.
GRANDMA SKEET'S PRUNE KOLACHES
This is a Czech Pastry my Grandma use to make with a homemade prune filling and streusel topping. I changed it a little so I could use the bread machine. They are worth the hard work!
Provided by SCOOBYVC
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place the warm water, salt, egg and 2 tablespoons butter in the pan of a bread machine. Add bread flour, and pour 1/4 cup sugar on the edge of the pan. Make a shallow hole in the flour and add the yeast. Close the lid, and set machine for the DOUGH cycle.
- While the dough is mixing, combine the prunes, prune juice, 1/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, cloves and lime juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until prunes are soft and the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and blend in a mixer or food processor until smooth.
- When the bread machine signals the end of the dough cycle, transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 20 small egg-sized pieces. Cover with greased plastic wrap, and set aside for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup flour. Stir in melted butter and 1 teaspoon cinnamon to make a crumbly streusel.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Shape the kolache dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press a shallow hole in the center of each one, and fill with prune filling. Top each of the kolaches with streusel. Let the kolaches rest until doubled in size, about 20 minutes.
- Bake until the tops are lightly browned, 14 to 16 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 139.1 mg, Sugar 26.6 g
KOLACHES FROM THE BREAD MACHINE
This is a family favorite made easy. Preparing the dough in a bread machine saves time kneading the dough by hand. My grandmother used to make these when we would visit. Now I can make them for her.
Provided by AMYSUE1
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place water, softened butter, egg, egg yolk, milk powder, potato flakes, sugar, salt, flour and yeast in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select Dough cycle; press Start. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of water if necessary.
- When the cycle is complete, spoon out dough with tablespoon and roll into walnut sized balls. Place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Flatten balls slightly with the palm of your and make a depression in center with your thumb. Fill with 1 tablespoon of filling. Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Bake in preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter. Cool on wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 31.9 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 164.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
Tips:
- If you don't have a bread machine, you can still make these kolaches by hand. Just mix the dough ingredients together in a large bowl and knead for 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Then, let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- You can use any type of fruit filling you like for your kolaches. Some popular options include plum, poppy seed, apricot, and cheese.
- To make sure your kolaches are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of one. If the toothpick comes out clean, the kolaches are done.
- If you want to make your kolaches ahead of time, you can freeze them after they have been baked. Just let them cool completely, then place them in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months. When you're ready to eat them, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for a few hours.
Conclusion:
Kolaches are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're easy to make, and you can customize them to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these Polish kolaches a try.
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