Nut and Poppy Seed Kolachki

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 3

Nut and Poppy Seed Kolachki - A Sweet Twist on Kolachky Cookies

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

200

Sugar

10g

Fat

16g

Nut and Poppy Seed Kolachki are a traditional Polish cookie that is perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth. These delicate cookies are made with a cream cheese and butter dough and filled with a mixture of ground walnuts and poppy seeds. The result is a sweet and slightly nutty cookie that pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. While this recipe can be challenging to make, the end result is well worth the effort.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Cream oleo and cream cheese together until smooth.
3.	Add flour and mix until a dough forms.
4.	In separate bowls, beat each egg white until stiff peaks form.
5.	In another bowl, mix together sugar, ground walnuts, and poppy seeds.
6.	Roll dough into small balls and flatten each with a rolling pin.
7.	Spoon a teaspoon of the nut and poppy seed mixture onto the center of each dough circle.
8.	Brush the edges of each dough circle with the beaten egg whites and fold the edges over to create a triangle.
9.	Brush the tops of the triangles with beaten egg whites.
10.	Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
11.

PROS

These cookies are a sweet and tasty treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Plus, the poppy seeds give them a unique flavor that is sure to impress.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming and challenging to make if you are not an experienced baker.
Additionally, the use of poppy seeds may not be ideal for those with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are high in sugar and fat, the ground walnuts and poppy seeds offer some nutritional benefits. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, while poppy seeds are a good source of minerals like calcium and iron.

	1/2 lb oleo
	2 1/2 cups flour
	1 brick cream cheese
	2/3 cup sugar
	1 lb ground walnuts
	16 ounces poppy seeds , in cans
	2 egg whites