My dad's sister made the best kolacky in the world. That's what I've always thought. I never did have the opportunity to watch my Aunt Elinor make the fist-size, eat-out-of-hand coffee cakes. But when ...

Kolaczki cookies, or kolacky cookies, are a traditional treat with a rich cream cheese, buttery dough, and a sweet, fruity filling. They are great for holidays, tea parties, or a simple homemade ...

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Put the flour and butter in a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment. Mix until it's crumbled. Add the ice cream and mix until a dough forms. Once a ball of dough has formed, wrap in plastic wrap ...