Cream Cheese Kolacky is a traditional Czech pastry that is perfect for a sweet treat. These pastries are filled with a creamy and sweet cream cheese filling that pairs perfectly with the flaky pastry. This recipe is easy to make and will impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves (such as strawberry or apricot)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add in the sugar and vanilla extract, mix until well combined.
- Gradually add in the flour and mix until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Using a cookie cutter or glass, cut out rounds of dough.
- Place rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Make an indentation in the center of each round and fill with a teaspoon of fruit preserves.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
