Kruschicki

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup raspberry or other jam

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, and baking powder and add to the butter-sugar mixture.
4. Mix until a soft dough is formed.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
6. Using a 2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out circles of dough and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
7. Place 1 teaspoon of jam in the center of each cookie.
8. Fold each cookie in half and press the edges to seal the corners.
9. Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Kruschicki are traditionally made around Christmas time in Poland.
• The name Kruschicki is derived from the Polish word “krucha” which means “crumbly”.
• These cookies can be filled with any type of jam or preserves.