Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup Nutella
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
4. Heat the frying pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
5. Using a spoon, drop dollops of the batter into the frying pan, making small circles.
6. Cook the kreple for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Remove the kreple from the pan and let them cool for a few minutes.
8. Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill each kreple with Nutella.
9. Dust the kreple with powdered sugar and serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 12 kreple
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 109
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 84mg
Sugar: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almond milk can be used instead of regular milk.
- Any other chocolate spread can be used instead of Nutella.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture.
- Top the kreple with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the frying pan is well-oiled to prevent the kreple from sticking.
- Use a small spoon to make small, bite-sized kreple.
- Fill the kreple with Nutella while they are still warm for easier spreading.
Storage instructions:
Store the kreple in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the kreple in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the kreple on a platter and dust with powdered sugar. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries.
Garnishes:
Powdered sugar, whipped cream, fresh berries, chopped nuts, chocolate chips.
Pairings:
Coffee, tea, hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad, yogurt, granola.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk.
- If the kreple are not cooking evenly, adjust the heat of the frying pan.
- If the kreple are sticking to the pan, add more oil.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the kreple are cooked all the way through before serving.
Food history:
Kreple, also known as Polish donuts, are a traditional dessert in Poland. They are typically filled with jam or custard, but this recipe uses Nutella for a modern twist.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, chocolatey, and slightly nutty.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Nutella kreple as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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Region: Italian