Rosky (Slovenian Cream Cheese Cookies) Recipe 🍍🍪
Overview:
Rosky, pronounced ROOSH-ky, are delightful Slovenian cream cheese cookies that carry a rich family history, originating from my Slovenian Grandma’s cherished recipe, traditionally baked during Christmas festivities. This recipe, passed down through generations, encapsulates the essence of European holiday baking, marrying cream cheese, butter, and flour with a tropical twist of crushed pineapple and ground walnuts. 🎄🍍
- Cuisine: European
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Nuts, Christmas
- Total Time: 12 hours 15 minutes
- Preparation Time: 12 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 48 cookies
- Calories: 256.1 per serving
- Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Fat: 17.4g
- Saturated Fat: 7.6g
- Cholesterol: 35.1mg
- Sodium: 84.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.6g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 9.3g
- Protein: 4g
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 2 ounces butter
- 6 ounces margarine
- 1 cup flour
- 2 cups ground walnuts
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup crushed pineapple
Instructions:
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Prepare Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, and flour until a smooth dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in wax paper and refrigerate it overnight to allow flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.
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Roll Out Dough:
- On a clean surface dusted with powdered sugar, roll out the chilled dough until it’s VERY thin, ensuring a delicate texture for the cookies.
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Shape Cookies:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled-out dough into triangle shapes, approximately 3 inches at the base, reminiscent of classic Slovenian Rosky.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the filling ingredients: ground walnuts, sugar, egg, and crushed pineapple, creating a luscious tropical filling.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Place a teaspoon of the prepared filling at the base of each dough triangle, then gently roll the dough towards the point to form crescent shapes, enclosing the delightful filling within.
- Arrange the filled cookies on an insulated cookie sheet, ensuring they have ample space between them for even baking.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the Rosky for 15-20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown, ensuring to watch closely to prevent burning.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked to perfection, let the Rosky cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- These delightful Slovenian treats are best enjoyed with a warm cup of tea or coffee, relishing in the flavors of tradition and family heritage.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, consider using high-quality cream cheese and butter.
- Ensure the dough is rolled out very thin for delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies.
- Experiment with different fillings such as apricot jam or raspberry preserves for variety.
- Store leftover Rosky in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for longer preservation.
Conclusion:
Embrace the warmth of tradition and the sweetness of family memories with these exquisite Rosky cookies. From the heart of Slovenia to your kitchen, indulge in the joy of holiday baking with this timeless recipe that’s sure to become a cherished favorite for generations to come. 🎁✨
