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Texas Kolaches

Delicious golden-brown pastries filled with fruit preserves, cream cheese, or savory fillings, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Czech
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk, warmed
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (or 1 packet)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
Filling Options
  • fruit preserves Use your favorite flavor
  • cream cheese Softened for easier filling
  • halal-friendly sausage For a savory option

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Add melted butter and eggs to the frothy yeast mixture. Pour this mix into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch the dough down once risen. Roll it out and cut into rounds, placing a spoonful of filling in the center of each. Pinch the edges to enclose the filling.
  7. Place the formed kolaches on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Let the kolaches cool slightly before serving, enjoy them warm!

Notes

To ensure your kolaches turn out perfectly, consider using gluten-free flour or whole wheat flour; give dough enough rising time for better texture; and monitor baking time closely to prevent burning. Leftover kolaches can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.