Bohemian Kolaches With Four Fillings

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
Bohemian Kolaches with Four Fillings Recipe for a Heavenly Snack
in Pastry

Prep

60 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

8 teaspoons dry yeast , dissolved in
1 cup warm water
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 cups 2 % low-fat milk , scalded
1/2 cup butter ( margarine fine too )
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
10 -11 cups flour ( do n't make dough too stiff )
1 lb pitted prunes
sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb apricot
sugar , to taste
16 ounces cottage cheese
1 egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 dash nutmeg
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup raisins
1 teaspoon flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 lbs poppy seed filling ( from a bakery )
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
317
Sugar
16g
Fat
12g
Bohemian Kolaches with Four Fillings are a traditional pastry often found in Czech and Slovakian cuisines. These pastries feature a soft, sweet dough that is filled with a variety of sweet and savory fillings, including poppy seed, cottage cheese, fruit, and more. Bohemian Kolaches with Four Fillings are perfect for a mid-day snack or as a delightful dessert, and they can be enjoyed by the whole family. These delicious pastries are a treat that everyone will love!

Instructions

1.Dissolve the yeast in warm water and add 3 tablespoons of sugar. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes until it is frothy.
2.Mix the scalded milk, butter, sugar, eggs, and salt in a large bowl.
3.Mix in the yeast mixture and beat in the flour one cup at a time. The dough should be of a sticky consistency.
4.Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes until it becomes smooth.
5.Put the dough in a buttered bowl, cover it with a damp cloth and let it rise, in a warm place, until it doubles for up to 1 hour.
6.Make the fillings by mixing 1 lb pitted prunes, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a bowl. In another bowl, mix 1 lb apricot, sugar to taste, and vanilla extract. In a third bowl, combine 16 ounces of cottage cheese, 1 egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice, dash of nutmeg, and 4 tablespoons of flour. In the fourth bowl, mix 1/2 cup of raisins, 1 teaspoon of flour, and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Finally, mix 2 lbs poppy seed filling (from a bakery) with 1 egg yolk and 1/4 cup of sugar.
7.Cut the dough into small pieces, form them into balls and flatten them to 1/4 inch thin disks.
8.Put 1 tablespoon of your desired filling in the center of each disk and press the edges together to make a ball.
9.Place the rounds, pinched side down, on a greased cookie sheet and let them rise for 30-40 minutes.
10.To bake, brush the risen kolaches with cream and bake them in a preheated oven at 375°F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool them on wire racks and enjoy!

PROS

Bohemian Kolaches with Four Fillings are a versatile and delicious pastry.
Each kolache can be filled with different and unique fillings, giving you the perfect snack or dessert for any occasion.

CONS

These pastries are calorie-dense and can be rich in sugar and fat depending on the type of fillings used.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, these pastries can still provide some essential vitamins and minerals. Poppy seeds, for example, are an excellent source of calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Additionally, cottage cheese is high in protein and can help keep you feeling full for longer periods.

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