Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
Special Equipment Needed:
- Stand mixer
- Dough hook
- Rolling pin
- 2-inch round cookie cutter
- Deep-fryer
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and lemon juice.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix with the dough hook until a soft dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for 5 minutes.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1 hour.
6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
7. Cut out 2-inch rounds with a cookie cutter.
8. Place 1 teaspoon of apricot jam in the center of each round.
9. Fold the rounds in half and pinch the edges together to seal.
10. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 375°F.
11. Fry the pączki for 2 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown.
12. Drain the pączki on paper towels.
13. Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar and lemon zest.
Time:
Preparation Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: Makes 12 pączki
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Milk: almond milk or oat milk
- Butter: coconut oil or vegan butter
- Apricot jam: any other type of jam or jelly
Variations:
- Substitute the lemon juice and zest for orange juice and zest for an orange-filled pączki.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cardamom to the dough for a hint of spice.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate for a decadent treat.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pączki.
- Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Storage Instructions:
Store the pączki in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the pączki in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the pączki on a platter with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar and a few lemon wedges.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a sprinkle of confectioners’ sugar and a few lemon wedges.
Pairings:
Pair with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the pączki are not golden brown, increase the frying time.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pączki.
- Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Food History:
Pączki are a traditional Polish pastry that is typically filled with jam or custard and fried in oil.
Flavor Profiles:
The pączki have a sweet, lemony flavor with a hint of apricot from the jam.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the pączki as an afternoon snack or as a dessert.
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Region: Polish