Cream Cheese Kolacky

Recipe View 5 mins Gather all of your ingredients. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until completely smooth and well combined. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the flour to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of approximately 1/8 inch. Use a sharp knife or pastry cutter to cut the dough into 2 1/2-inch squares. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Place about 1/2 teaspoon of your chosen jam or preserves in the center of each square. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Fold two opposite corners of each square towards the center, overlapping them slightly, and pinch them firmly together to seal. Place the formed kolacky onto the prepared baking sheets. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the kolacky are lightly golden brown. (12 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Remove from the oven and let the kolacky cool completely on wire racks. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Once cooled, dust generously with confectioners' sugar before serving. (5 minutes)