Lone Star State residents love this pillowy, fruit-filled treat.

Your mind might initially go for the obvious: brisket and tacos.

Heck, make it abrisket taco.

Southern Living Lydia Fausts Texas Kolaches after baking ready to serve

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What is a kolache, you ask?

Read on for more about where kolaches came from as well as where to find them today.

What Is A Kolache?

(These are technically referred to as “klobasniky.")

Plan an early pit stop.

They sell out quickly, especially on weekends.

However, some bakeries offer out-of-the-box options like the PB&J kolache fromBatch Craft Beer & Kolachesin Austin.

And of course, try the savory kolaches that aren’t as traditional but are downright delicious.

If you’ve never tried one, it might be time for a road trip.

Then, on to the brisket and tacos.