Roshky Slovak Cookies

Delight your taste buds with Roshky Slovak Cookies, a traditional Eastern European treat that's perfect for the holidays or any special occasion! These tender, flaky cookies are made from a rich dough crafted with cream cheese and butter, providing a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's simply irresistible. Filled with your choice of chopped walnuts or fruit preserves, each bite delivers a wonderful balance of sweetness and nutty or fruity flavor. With a light dusting of powdered sugar on top, these dainty treats are as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether you're rolling out these pastries for a family gathering or packaging them up as edible gifts, Roshky cookies are a timeless recipe that brings old-world charm and warmth to your table. Your holiday dessert spread isn’t complete without these traditional Slovak favorites!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Chopped walnuts (or fruit preserves for filling)
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Add the cream cheese as well.

Step 3

Using a pastry blender or your hands, work the mixture together until it forms a soft dough. Add the vanilla extract and knead until evenly combined.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two portions, flatten each into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 7

Using a knife or a pizza cutter, cut the dough into 2-inch squares.

Step 8

Place about 1 teaspoon of chopped walnut filling or fruit preserves in the center of each square.

Step 9

Carefully fold two opposite corners of the square over the filling to create a crescent or roll shape. Press gently to seal.

Step 10

Arrange the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 12

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Once cooled, dust the cookies generously with powdered sugar.

Step 14

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1441.4 grams (1441.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6726

Total Fat 407.50g	522%
Saturated Fat 121.60g	608%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 477mg	159%
Sodium 736mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate 692.70g	252%
Dietary Fiber 38.50g	138%
Total Sugars 285.30g
Protein 115.20g	230%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 666mg	51%
Iron 33mg	182%
Potassium 2436mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 40.2%