Name: Old Fashioned Homemade Kolaches
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 2 h
Ingredients: 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup butter; 1 tsp salt; 2 packages active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water; 2 eggs; 4 cups all-purpose flour; Your choice of fruit preserves (such as apricot, strawberry, or blueberry)

Description

These homemade Kolaches are soft, pillowy pastries filled with your favorite fruit preserves. With a sweet dough base and a golden-brown finish, they are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat anytime.

Ingredients

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1 cup milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 tsp salt
2 packages active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
2 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
Your choice of fruit preserves (such as apricot, strawberry, or blueberry)

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Instructions

Prepare Milk Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the sugar dissolves. Set aside to cool slightly.
Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit for about 5 minutes, or until frothy.
Make Dough: Pour the milk mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the yeast mixture and eggs, and stir until combined. Gradually stir in the flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
Let Dough Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Shape the Kolaches: Punch down the dough and divide it into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Place them on a greased baking sheet.
Fill with Preserves: Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each ball. Fill the indentation with a spoonful of fruit preserves.
Second Rise: Let the filled dough balls rise again for about 30 minutes, or until they double in size.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the Kolaches are golden brown.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Kolaches are versatile, so feel free to experiment with different fillings, such as cream cheese or poppy seed paste.
These can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage.
If you like a glossy finish, you can brush the tops of the Kolaches with a little melted butter after baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes