Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Special Equipment Needed:
- Deep fryer
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
5. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
6. Flatten each ball and place 1 teaspoon of chocolate chips in the center. Fold the dough around the chocolate chips and roll into a ball.
7. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer to 350°F.
8. Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Remove the pyshki from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
10. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just boiling.
11. Remove the cream from the heat and stir in the remaining chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
12. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pyshki and serve.
Time:
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 12 pyshki
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 230
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with brown sugar.
- Butter can be substituted with coconut oil.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with coconut cream.
Variations:
- For a sweeter pyshki, add 1 tablespoon of honey to the dough.
- For a nutty flavor, add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts to the dough.
- For a spicier flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the pyshki.
- Fry the pyshki in batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the pyshki from the oil.
Storage Instructions:
Store the pyshki in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the pyshki in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the pyshki on a platter with a side of fresh fruit.
Garnishes:
Garnish the pyshki with powdered sugar or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
Pair the pyshki with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve the pyshki with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the pyshki are not crispy enough, fry them for a few minutes longer.
- If the pyshki are too greasy, blot them with a paper towel before serving.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the pyshki.
- Fry the pyshki in batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the pyshki from the oil.
Food History:
Pyshki are a traditional Russian pastry that have been around for centuries. They are usually filled with jam or sweetened condensed milk and fried in oil.
Flavor Profiles:
The pyshki have a sweet and nutty flavor from the chocolate chips and a light and fluffy texture from the dough.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the pyshki with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
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Region: Russian
Taste: Rich, Sweet, Chocolatey, Creamy, Fluffy