Classic Kolache Recipe

Classic Kolache Recipe Kolache are traditional Czech pastries that can be filled with a variety of sweet or savory fillings. This recipe will guide you through making the classic sweet version with fruit or cheese filling. Ingredients: For the Dough: 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet) 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon salt 4 cups all-purpose flour For the Filling (Choose One or Mix): Fruit Filling: 1 cup fruit preserves or pie filling (such as apricot, cherry, or prune) Cheese Filling: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 egg yolk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Streusel Topping (Optional): 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar