Description
Buttery, flaky Polish cookies filled with fruit preserves and dusted with powdered sugar. A festive treat perfect for holidays and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves (apricot, raspberry, or plum)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in sugar and vanilla, then gradually add flour until a soft dough forms. Wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch squares.
- Place 1 teaspoon of fruit preserves in the center of each square. Fold opposite corners over filling and press to seal.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Chill the dough well for easier handling. Use thick preserves to prevent leaking. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish, Eastern European