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Kolache with Cream Cheese Filling Recipe

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Kolache with cream cheese filling is a soft, sweet pastry perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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For Kolache Dough:

  • 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk (warm)
  • 5 oz butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs

For Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 7.5 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk

For Streusel Topping:

  • 5 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 0.5 oz butter (cold, cut into cubes)

For Egg Wash:

  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 tbsp milk

Instructions

For the Dough:

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, and eggs together.
  3. Form the Dough: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients on slow speed. Mix until the dough starts to come together (about 2 minutes).
  4. Knead the Dough: Increase the speed to medium and knead the dough until smooth and slightly wet. The dough should pull away from the sides of the bowl.
  5. Let it Proof: Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1.5 to 2 hours, until it doubles in size.
  6. Shape the Dough: Punch down the dough, divide it into 12 pieces, and shape each piece into a smooth ball.
  7. Second Rise: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for another 1.5 to 2 hours.

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  1. Mix Filling Ingredients: In the stand mixer bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and flour. Mix on low speed until smooth.
  2. Add Milk: Gradually add the milk and mix until well combined. Set aside.

For the Streusel Topping:

  1. Prepare Streusel: In a small bowl, rub together flour, sugar, and cold butter until it resembles wet sand. Set aside.

For the Egg Wash:

  1. Whisk Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk.

For Baking:

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Form Kolache: Using a greased 1/4 cup measuring cup, press the dough balls to form a deep indent.
  3. Fill Kolache: Spoon the cream cheese filling into the indent, and brush the edges with the egg wash. Sprinkle streusel on top.
  4. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the Kolache are golden brown.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips & Variations:

  • Filling Options: Try substituting the cream cheese with fruit preserves, poppy seeds, or chocolate for different flavor variations.
  • Dough Consistency: The dough is slightly wet, so don’t worry if it feels soft. You can refrigerate the dough before shaping if it becomes too soft to handle.
  • Storage: Store Kolache in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life. Reheat in the oven at 300°F for 5-10 minutes.