Hungarian Cookie Treasures

Hungarian Cookie Treasures are delightful, buttery treats filled with sweet fruit preserves, nuts, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar. These traditional cookies are perfect for holidays, celebrations, or any time you want a touch of old-world charm on your dessert table. With their tender dough and flavorful fillings, they’re sure to become a family favorite!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Rolling pin
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
• Small cookie cutters or a knife

Ingredients Overview

• Butter: The key to a rich and tender cookie dough.
• Sour Cream: Adds moisture and a slight tang to the dough, enhancing the flavor.
• Flour: Provides the structure for the cookies.
• Eggs: Bind the dough and give it a light texture.
• Fillings: Traditional fillings include fruit preserves, chopped nuts, or cinnamon sugar.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Dough

• In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in 2 large egg yolks, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup sour cream until well combined.
• Gradually mix in 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt until a soft dough forms.
• Divide the dough into two portions, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

2. Roll Out the Dough

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
• Cut the dough into small squares, circles, or your desired shapes using cookie cutters or a knife.

3. Add the Fillings

• Place a small amount (about 1/2 teaspoon) of fruit preserves, chopped nuts, or a mixture of cinnamon and sugar in the center of each piece of dough.
• Fold the dough over the filling to create a crescent or triangle shape. Pinch the edges to seal.

4. Bake the Cookies

• Arrange the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
• Brush the tops with a beaten egg for a golden finish.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
• Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

5. Dust with Powdered Sugar

• Once cooled, sprinkle the cookies generously with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Recipe Tips

• Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough makes it easier to handle and prevents it from sticking.
• Sealing the Edges: Ensure the edges are tightly sealed to keep the fillings from oozing out during baking.
• Variety: Use different fillings for a colorful and flavorful assortment of cookies.

What to Serve With This Recipe

Pair these cookies with a hot cup of tea, coffee, or a glass of milk for a cozy treat. They also make a lovely addition to a holiday cookie platter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can refrigerate the dough for up to 2 days or freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before rolling.

What fillings work best?
Traditional fillings include apricot, raspberry, or plum preserves, as well as chopped walnuts or a cinnamon-sugar mixture.

How do I store these cookies?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Assorted fillings: fruit preserves, chopped nuts, or cinnamon sugar
• 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Cream butter and sugar, then add egg yolks, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix in flour and salt to form a dough. Chill for 1 hour.
2. Roll out the dough, cut into shapes, and add a small amount of filling.
3. Fold and seal the edges, then brush with beaten egg.
4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes.
5. Cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy these Hungarian Cookie Treasures—a sweet and satisfying nod to traditional European baking!

Hungarian Cookie Treasures

delightful, buttery treats filled with sweet fruit preserves, nuts, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar. These traditional cookies are perfect for holidays, celebrations, or any time you want a touch of old-world charm on your dessert table. With their tender dough and flavorful fillings, they’re sure to become a family favorite!

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Equipment

• Kitchen Equipment Needed:
• Mixing bowls 
• Rolling Pin
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
• Small cookie cutters or a knife

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Assorted fillings: fruit preserves chopped nuts, or cinnamon sugar
• 1 egg beaten (for brushing)
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

 

• Cream butter and sugar, then add egg yolks, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix in flour and salt to form a dough. Chill for 1 hour.
• Roll out the dough, cut into shapes, and add a small amount of filling.
• Fold and seal the edges, then brush with beaten egg.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes.
• Cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
• Enjoy these Hungarian Cookie Treasures—a sweet and satisfying nod to traditional European baking!