Ukrainian Kolechka

Indulge in the timeless charm of *Ukrainian Kolechka*, a delicate and buttery ring-shaped cookie that's perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, creamy unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these traditional treats are known for their melt-in-your-mouth texture and subtle sweetness. The dough is carefully shaped into elegant rings using cookie cutters, baked to a light golden perfection, and finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these classic Ukrainian cookies are as easy to make as they are delightful to eat. Perfect for tea time, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence, *Kolechka* brings a touch of Eastern European tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 300 grams all-purpose flour
• 200 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams powdered sugar
• 2 pieces egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 50 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until soft and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently to form a smooth, slightly firm dough. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and roll it out to a thickness of about 1 centimeter.

Step 7

Using two round cookie cutters (one larger and one smaller), cut out ring shapes from the dough to create the kolechka. Re-roll the scraps and continue cutting until all the dough is used.

Step 8

Place the kolechka rings onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a little space between them.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the kolechka cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, dust the kolechka generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	688.6 grams (688.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3255

Total Fat 183.40g	235%
Saturated Fat 103.70g	519%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 812mg	271%
Sodium 191mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 380.50g	138%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 149.20g
Protein 37.80g	76%

Vitamin D 37IU	183%
Calcium 131mg	10%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 413mg	9%

*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: 49.7%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 45.8%