I have to laugh - there are two different subjects on this thread.
My MIL taught me how to make Kolacki - it's been a favorite cookie made at Christmas in my husband's family. (Polish)
The other kolachki (spelling) is a donut type pasty that is sold in donut shops in Texas - I forget the nationality that developed this type- something slovic I think
They are so different but both very good.
My MIL's receipe is:
1/2 pound butter
1 8-ounce cream cheese
2 TBL sugar
2 cups flour
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
Assorted fillings (cans of Solo brand best)
Confectionary sugar
Blend butter and softened cream cheese
add sugar, flour, baking powder and salt, mix well
knead to form stiff dough
roll to 1/4 inch thickness on well-floured board
cut into 2 inch squares
place 1/2 tsp filling in center
press opposite corners together (forms sort of a triangle)
place on ungreased baking sheet
bake 350 degrees 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned
remove from oven and cool
sprinkle with confectionary sugar
Enjoy - Yum
