Easy Recipes: Kolaczki Polish Cookies Made Simple
These buttery, jam-filled Kolaczki cookies are a traditional Polish treat—perfectly sweet and flaky for any occasion.
Servings: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves (apricot, raspberry, etc.)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
- Gradually add flour and mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
- Cut into 2-inch squares and place a small spoonful of preserves in the center of each.
- Fold opposite corners of the squares toward the center and gently press to seal.
- Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Let cool and dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.