Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup raspberry jam
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Special Equipment Needed:
- Large bowl
- Stand mixer with dough hook attachment
- Rolling pin
- 3-inch round cookie cutter
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Slotted spoon
- Wire cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, add the eggs, milk, and melted butter.
3. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Increase the speed to medium and knead the dough for 5 minutes.
5. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll out to ½-inch thick.
6. Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out circles of dough.
7. Place 1 teaspoon of raspberry jam in the center of each circle.
8. Fold the dough in half and pinch the edges together to seal.
9. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large pot to 350°F.
10. Carefully add the pączki to the hot oil and fry for 2 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pączki to a wire cooling rack to drain.
12. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Time:
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 12 pączki
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: You can use gluten-free all-purpose flour if desired.
- Granulated sugar: You can use coconut sugar or maple syrup instead.
- Active dry yeast: You can use instant yeast instead.
- Whole milk: You can use almond milk or oat milk instead.
- Unsalted butter: You can use coconut oil instead.
- Vegetable oil: You can use peanut oil or canola oil instead.
- Raspberry jam: You can use any other type of jam or jelly instead.
Variations:
- You can fill the pączki with any type of jam or jelly.
- You can also fill the pączki with a mixture of cream cheese and fruit.
- You can also add a few drops of food coloring to the dough for a fun twist.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to roll the dough out to a uniform thickness so that the pączki cook evenly.
- Make sure to use a deep-fry thermometer to ensure that the oil is at the correct temperature.
- Make sure to keep an eye on the pączki while they are frying so that they don’t burn.
Storage Instructions:
The pączki can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
The pączki can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
The pączki can be served on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Garnishes:
The pączki can be garnished with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
Pairings:
The pączki can be paired with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
The pączki can be served with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a bit more milk.
- If the pączki are not cooking evenly, make sure the oil is at the correct temperature.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing the pączki.
Food History:
Pączki are a traditional Polish pastry that are typically filled with jam or jelly.
Flavor Profiles:
The pączki are sweet and have a soft, pillowy texture.
Serving Suggestions:
The pączki can be served as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Polish