Cupcake Kolackes

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Decadent Cupcake Kolackes recipe for your dessert
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 egg
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
3 3 tablespoons rum or 3 tablespoons brandy
3/4 cup brown sugar , plus
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup butter
2 cups flour
6 ounces cream cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
261
Sugar
15g
Fat
18g
Cupcake Kolackes are a delicious pastry treat, originating in Eastern Europe, that has become popular in the United States. This recipe puts a twist on the traditional Kolacke cookie, by turning it into a cupcake. The dough is made with butter, flour, and cream cheese, and the filling is a mixture of pecans, brown sugar, and rum. These treats are sweet and nutty with a buttery pastry crust and are perfect for holiday parties and special occasions. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.In a bowl, cream together butter, flour, and cream cheese until smooth.
3.Cover and chill for an hour or until firm.
4.On a well-floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
5.Using a biscuit cutter, cut dough into rounds and shape into cups in a greased mini muffin tin.
6.In a separate bowl, beat together egg, rum, and brown sugar until well combined.
7.Stir in pecans.
8.Fill each cup with pecan mixture.
9.Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until edges are golden brown.

PROS

Cupcake Kolackes are sweet and nutty with a buttery pastry crust.

They are perfect for holiday parties and special occasions.

CONS

These treats are high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

They should not be consumed by those who are allergic to pecans or wheat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Cupcake Kolackes are not particularly healthy, the pecans in this recipe contain heart-healthy unsaturated fats which may help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
In moderation, these treats can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

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