Kolatki (Ukrainian Christmas Cookies

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   Mix poppy seeds, walnuts, egg and honey.

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   Add rum until the consistency seems soft, like porridge.

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   Using an egg beater at low, whip soft cream cheese and butter until it forms peaks, like a frosting (you may need to melt the butter if the cream cheese is firm).

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   Mix in flour slowly using a wooden spoon or pastry fork.

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   Roll dough into 3 balls.

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   Occasionally add milk to dough to keep it from drying out.

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   The dough can be refrigerated for 1 to 2 hours, but it is not necessary.

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   Roll out 1 ball at a time and flour lightly.

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   Roll dough out in flour or granulated sugar so it doesn't stick.

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    Cut dough into squares or circles using cookie or biscuit cutter.

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    Add about a teaspoon of filling.

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    Roll squares into logs, stars, or pinwheels.

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    Fold circles over and seal with a fork.

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    OR Take rolled dough and make into strips about a foot long and 2 inches wide.

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    Place a ribbon of filling in the middle.

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    Fold over dough and pinch to seal at all sides.

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    Cut into 1 inch squares.

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    Dip into coating and place on a cookie sheet.

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    Bake at 375F (190C) for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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