Kolaches
Kolaches are delicious pastries of Czech origin that are typically filled with sweet or savory ingredients like fruit preserves, poppy seeds, cheese, or sausage.
Ingredients
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch salt
Your choice of filling :
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, melted butter, and egg. Mix well.
- Add the yeast mixture to the wet ingredients and stir to combine.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a disk and place your desired filling in the center.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch to seal.
- Place the filled kolaches on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let the kolaches rest for about 15-20 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 412kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 62g (21%)Protein: 9g (18%)Fat: 14g (22%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 75mg (25%)Sodium: 121mg (5%)Potassium: 134mg (4%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 14g (16%)Vitamin A: 463IU (9%)Calcium: 57mg (6%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
