Fillings for Kolace Recipe

Name: Fillings for Kolace
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups milk; 12 lb ground poppy seed; ¾ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon white syrup (Karo); ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon almond extract; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 lb prune; 1 cup water; ¼ cup sugar; ½ teaspoon vanilla; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 lb dry curd cottage cheese; ½ cup white sugar; 1 egg yolk; ½ teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

2 cups milk
12 lb ground poppy seed
¾ cup sugar
1 tablespoon white syrup (Karo)
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons butter
1 lb prune
1 cup water
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb dry curd cottage cheese
½ cup white sugar
1 egg yolk
½ teaspoon vanilla

1
Poppyseed filling:.
2
Bring 2 cups milk to a boil.
3
Stir in poppyseed.
4
Let simmer 20 minutes stirring constantly.
5
Add sugar, white syrup and salt.
6
Let simmer 3 more minutes.
7
Remove from heat and add almond extract, butter and vanilla.
8
Let cool.
9
Prune filling:.
10
Cook prunes in water until soft.
11
Drain and remove pits.
12
Mash prunes and add sugar, vanilla and cinnamon.
13
Let cool.
14
Cottage Cheese filling:.
15
Mix dry cottage cheese, egg yolk, sugar and vanilla until well combined.
16
Let set until ready to fill kolace.

916

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups milk, 12 lb ground poppy seed, ¾ cup sugar, 1 tablespoon white syrup (Karo), and more.

Yes, Fillings for Kolace falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fillings for Kolace

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