Polish doughnuts (Pączki)
Alright folks, gather round for a tale of Polish doughnuts, or as we call them in the biz, Pączki. Now, to whip up these fluffy delights, you'll need yeast, caster sugar, flour, milk, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla extract, and double cream. Let's get started! First things first, make the leaven by mixing yeast, sugar, and flour. Don't forget to add in that warm milk and let it sit in a cozy spot for 30 minutes. Ah, I remember the first time I made Pączki. I accidentally used salt instead of sugar - let's just say it wasn't a sweet surprise! But hey, we learn from our mistakes, right? Pro tip: When filling the doughnuts, use a piping bag for a mess-free experience. Trust me, your kitchen will thank you later. Now, get ready to indulge in these Polish treats, perfect for any celebration. Your taste buds will thank you, and your friends will be begging for more. Enjoy, my friends!
Ingredients
- Yeast10g
- Caster Sugar1 tsp
- Flour1 tablespoon
- Milk125ml
- Egg Yolks7
- Sugar15g
- Caster Sugar10g
- Vanilla Extract1 tsp
- Flour500g
- Double Cream200ml
- Butter15g
- Jam125ml
- Ground Almonds10g
- OilFor frying
- Icing Sugar75g
- LemonJuice of 1/2
- Almond EssenceDash
- Almonds50g
Nutrition
Directions
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step 1
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To make the leaven, mix the yeast with the sugar and flour, and stir in the warm milk. Set aside in a warm place for 30 minutes.
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step 2
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For the dough, put egg yolks into a heatproof bowl and add the sugar and vanilla sugar. Set the bowl over a pan of simmering water and whisk until smooth and thick.
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step 3
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Sift the flour into the bowl of a stand mixer, add the beaten yolks and the warm cream, mix thoroughly, then add a pinch of salt and the leaven. Bring together to make a dough and knead for 10 minutes (or 15-20 if doing this by hand).
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step 4
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When the dough stops sticking to your hands, pour in the cooled melted butter and knead for a few more minutes. Cover with a cloth and leave in a warm place to rise for at least 1 hr-1 hr 30 mins.
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step 5
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Mix the jam with the ground almonds and spoon into a piping bag or jam syringe. Divide the dough into 16 pieces and shape them into doughnuts. Cover and leave to rise for 30 mins.
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