Best 4 Jam Kolaches Recipes

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Exploring the Sweet Delights of Jam Kolaches: A Culinary Journey into Czech Heritage. Embark on a delectable adventure as we delve into the world of jam kolaches, a cherished Czech pastry that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. These delectable treats, with their tender, buttery dough enveloping a flavorful filling of sweet preserves, have become an iconic symbol of Czech cuisine. In this article, we'll guide you through the rich history, variations, and techniques of preparing jam kolaches, offering tips and insights to help you create these delightful pastries in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

POLISH JAM KOLACHES



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Found for the Zaar World Tour '05. These cookies from Poland can be made with different flavors of jam.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

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 confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Beat butter or margarine and cream cheese in mixer bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Add flour gradually, beating well after each addition.
  • 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.
  • Place 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) for 15 minutes.
  • Remove to wire rack to cool.
  • Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1048.2, Fat 61.4, SaturatedFat 37.5, Cholesterol 168.9, Sodium 561.4, Carbohydrate 114.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 43, Protein 11.3

JAM KOLACHES



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These cookies from Poland can be made with different flavors of jam.

Provided by Karen Wood

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Polish

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup strawberry jam
¼ cup sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Beat butter and cream cheese in mixer bowl until light and fluffy. Add flour gradually, beating well after each addition.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 75.7 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

JAM KOLACHE



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These classic European cookies with a strawberry jam filling are perfect to include in your Thanksgiving dessert recipe list.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 42

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 cup strawberry jam
Powdered sugar, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray cookie sheets with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, beat butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add flour, beating well.
  • On lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut with 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter. Place on cookie sheets. Spoon about 1/4 teaspoon jam on each cookie. Fold opposite sides to center, slightly overlapping edges; press down lightly on centers.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 25 mg

MARTHA'S KOLACHES



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A bakery classic in Eastern Europe, these lip-smacking treats combine a sweet yeast-based dough with a jam filling and a sugary glaze. They're usually shaped into rounds or, like in Martha's version, bowties.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (not rapid-rise; one whole 1/4-ounce envelope)
1/4 cup sour cream, room temperature
2 large eggs
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 sticks (1 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
6 tablespoons fruit jam
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

  • Cookies:In a small bowl, stir together yeast and sour cream. Let stand until yeast dissolves, about 10 minutes. Whisk in eggs until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut butter into dry ingredients until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in yeast mixture. Knead in bowl a few times until dough is smooth and comes together. Wrap dough in plastic and flatten into a square. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough 1/4 inch thick. Using a 3-inch square cutter, cut out squares. Transfer to two parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced about 1 1/2 inches apart.
  • Place 1 teaspoon jam in the center of each square. Fold upper-right corner over filling, about two-thirds of the way toward opposite corner; press down to seal. Brush lower-left corner with egg wash, then fold corner up and over first fold, pressing down to adhere. (Be careful not to fold too tightly, or you may force out some of the filling.) Repeat with remaining squares.
  • Bake until edges are golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cookies cool on sheets on wire racks 5 minutes, then transfer cookies to racks to cool completely.
  • Glaze:In a medium bowl, whisk together confectioners' sugar and butter. While whisking, drizzle in milk, a little at a time, until glaze has a runny consistency. Using a spoon, drizzle glaze over cookies. Let stand until set, 1 hour. Glazed cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the yeast is active before using it. If you're not sure, sprinkle it on top of warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes. If it bubbles, it's active.
  • Don't overwork the dough. It should be smooth and elastic, but not tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1-2 hours.
  • Bake the kolaches in a preheated oven until they are golden brown.
  • Fill the kolaches with your favorite fillings, such as fruit, cheese, or nuts.
  • Enjoy the kolaches warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Jam kolaches are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be filled with a variety of different fillings. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique kolaches that will be sure to impress your family and friends.

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