Apricot Kolaches

Chef #1216418's Note:

Found this on allrecipes. Looks really yummy.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 6

Yield: 1.0 dozen

• 1 cup butter , softened
• 6 ounces cream cheese , softened
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup dried apricot
• 1 ½ cups water
• ¾ cup white sugar

Directions:

1. To make Filling: Combine apricots and water in heavy saucepan and cook covered over medium heat for 10 minutes or until apricots are soft. Cook UNCOVERED 5 to 10 minutes or until most of the water has been absorbed.
2. Mash apricots, stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar and let filling cool. Set aside.
3. To make Dough: Cream butter and cream cheese until fluffy; add 3/4 cup sugar and beat well. Add flour and mix well. Shape dough into ball and chill 1 hour.
4. Turn dough onto well-floured surface, working with only half the dough. Roll into 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 2 inch squares. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon of apricot filling into the center of the square. Bring four corners to center, pinching to seal.
5. Bake at 400 degrees F for about 15 minutes. Optional - you may baste with butter halfway thru baking period.
6. Optional - drizzle LIGHTLY with powdered sugar/milk frosting if you desire sweeter kolaches.