Description

These Raspberry Kolaczki Cookies are a delightful treat with a flaky cream cheese pastry and a sweet raspberry filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a tasty cookie!

Ingredients

Cream Cheese Pastry:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour

Filling:

½ cup raspberry preserves or jam (preferably thick)
Powdered sugar for dusting

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the flour, mix until a soft dough forms. Divide into two portions, flatten, wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Roll and Cut: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out one dough portion, cut into squares, place raspberry filling, fold corners, and seal.
Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack, then dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

To prevent leaking, use thick preserves and do not overfill.
You can substitute raspberry with apricot, cherry, or prune filling.
These cookies freeze well before or after baking.