Blackberry and Cherry Kolache
A delightful combination of sweet, tangy fruit filling and tender, buttery dough, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened, not melted.
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Filling
- 1/2 cup blackberry preserves Can substitute with other fruit preserves.
- 1/2 cup cherry preserves Can substitute with other fruit preserves.
For Serving
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Stir until well-blended.
- In another bowl, soften the butter with a mixer until creamy.
- Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Mix well before adding the milk and egg.
- Knead the mixture gently until it forms a soft dough. If it's too sticky, add a little flour until you reach the right consistency.
- Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of golf balls). Flatten each ball in your palm and make a small indentation in the center.
- Spoon a small amount of blackberry and cherry preserves into each indentation.
Baking
- Place the kolaches on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
To enjoy later, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can be frozen for up to a month. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore freshness.