Best 3 Grandma Olgas Kolacky Recipes

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"Grandma Olga's Kolacky" is a treasured family recipe that has been passed down through generations. This delightful treat is a true testament to the love and care that goes into traditional baking. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth pastry that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering, a special celebration, or simply a cozy afternoon with family and friends. With its flaky crust, sweet filling, and delicate sprinkling of powdered sugar, "Grandma Olga's Kolacky" is sure to bring a smile to the face of anyone who tastes it.

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GRANDMA OLGA'S KOLACKY



Grandma Olga's Kolacky image

My great-grandmother talked very little English. She spoke through her cooking and baking. One recipe I always loved that my grandmother would make of hers was Kolacky. You can use any filling you like, but the apricot were my favorite. My grandma hasn't baked for years and I so missed these cookies. I was always intimidated by dough, but I found these to be so easy to work with. Now, I can taste Grandma's cookies anytime. Yum.

Provided by latlor

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon white sugar
¼ cup warm water (100 degrees F/40 degrees C)
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 cup margarine, softened
4 egg yolks
1 cup sour cream
3 (10 ounce) jars apricot or other fruit filling (such as Baker® Fine Dessert Filling)
½ cup confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve the sugar in the warm water, and stir in the yeast. Let stand until the yeast forms a creamy layer, about 5 minutes. In another bowl, mix the flour and margarine until well blended, and stir in the egg yolks, one at a time. Mix in the yeast mixture until incorporated, then stir in the sour cream to make a soft but not sticky dough. Cut the dough into 6 equal-sized pieces, cover with a cloth, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease baking sheets, or line with parchment paper.
  • Working on a floured work surface, roll out one of the dough balls into a square about 6x8 inches, about 1/8-inch thick. Keep the other pieces of dough refrigerated. With a pastry cutter or pizza roller, cut the square into 12 smaller squares about 2 inches on a side. Place about 2 teaspoons of fruit filling in the middle of each square, and fold two opposite corners of dough together to meet in the center. Pinch the corners together to partially enclose the filling. Place the filled kolacky on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies begin to turn golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes before removing them to wire racks to finish cooling. Sprinkle the kolacky with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 36.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

GRANDMA'S KOLACKY COOKIES



Grandma's Kolacky Cookies image

A cookie recipe given to me by my husband's Polish grandma (busia) that I have to double because they fly off the plate -- one recipe for them and one for me! My favorite Solo filling is Apricot, but any are wonderful.The pronounciation is "Kolatchkie", but I've never seen it spelled any other way than Kolacky! (Dough can be refrigerated and cookies frozen after making.)

Provided by Mareesme

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 5-6 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups sifted flour
1 1/2 cups butter
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (8 ounce) can solo brand filling
sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Cut butter into flour with two forks to resemble small peas, as you would pie crust. Stir in sour cream with serving spoon and mix well.
  • Form into 2 balls and store, covered, in refrigerator to chill. Taking out one ball at a time, dust each with flour and roll on floured surface to approximately 1/8 thickness. (Note: If dough starts tearing, it may need more flour or to be chilled a bit more.).
  • Cut with larger round cookie cutter or coffee cup, Fill center with approximately 1-2 teaspoons Solo, Bring up each side and pinch to close.
  • Bake at 350 dg. for 12-15 minutes, until bottiom of cookie is just beginning to brown. Cool on wire racks then dust with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 805.7, Fat 60.5, SaturatedFat 37.7, Cholesterol 158.4, Sodium 506.1, Carbohydrate 57.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 8.8

GRANDMA OLGA'S KOLACKY



Grandma Olga's Kolacky image

My great-grandmother talked very little English. She spoke through her cooking and baking. One recipe I always loved that my grandmother would make of hers was Kolacky. You can use any filling you like, but the apricot were my favorite. My grandma hasn't baked for years and I so missed these cookies. I was always intimidated by dough, but I found these to be so easy to work with. Now, I can taste Grandma's cookies anytime. Yum.

Provided by latlor

Categories     Yeast Bread

Time 3h

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon white sugar
¼ cup warm water (100 degrees F/40 degrees C)
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
4 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 cup margarine, softened
4 egg yolks
1 cup sour cream
3 (10 ounce) jars apricot or other fruit filling (such as Baker® Fine Dessert Filling)
½ cup confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve the sugar in the warm water, and stir in the yeast. Let stand until the yeast forms a creamy layer, about 5 minutes. In another bowl, mix the flour and margarine until well blended, and stir in the egg yolks, one at a time. Mix in the yeast mixture until incorporated, then stir in the sour cream to make a soft but not sticky dough. Cut the dough into 6 equal-sized pieces, cover with a cloth, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease baking sheets, or line with parchment paper.
  • Working on a floured work surface, roll out one of the dough balls into a square about 6x8 inches, about 1/8-inch thick. Keep the other pieces of dough refrigerated. With a pastry cutter or pizza roller, cut the square into 12 smaller squares about 2 inches on a side. Place about 2 teaspoons of fruit filling in the middle of each square, and fold two opposite corners of dough together to meet in the center. Pinch the corners together to partially enclose the filling. Place the filled kolacky on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies begin to turn golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes before removing them to wire racks to finish cooling. Sprinkle the kolacky with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 36.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your kolacky.
  • Make sure your dough is chilled before rolling it out. This will help prevent it from sticking to your work surface.
  • Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch. This will ensure that your kolacky are cooked evenly.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into squares. This will help prevent the dough from tearing.
  • Fill the kolacky with your favorite jam or fruit preserves. You can also add nuts, cheese, or poppy seeds to the filling.
  • Bake the kolacky at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Let the kolacky cool before serving. This will help the filling to set.

Conclusion:

Kolacky are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little practice, you can make perfect kolacky that will impress your friends and family.

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