December 30, 2006

Polish Jam Kolaches















I found this recipe on www.recipezaar.com during the holidays when I was researching recipes for our Polish Christmas Eve. These Kolaches were very light, flaky, and very simple to make.


Polish Jam Kolaches
2
dozen
35 min 20 min prep
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup strawberry jam
1/4 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
  1. 1. Beat butter or margarine and cream cheese in mixer bowl until light and fluffy. Add flour gradually, beating well after each addition.
  2. 2. Roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness on lightly floured surface. Cut into 2-inch circles. Spoon 1/4 teaspoon jam into center of each circle. Fold opposite edges together, slightly overlapping edges.
  3. 3. Place 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Remove to wire rack to cool. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

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