German Roll Kuchen
Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of German Roll Kuchen, a traditional fried dough treat that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and heavy cream, this recipe yields golden-brown pastries that are perfect for sharing. The dough is rolled to perfection, cut into charming diamond shapes, and fried to a crisp, offering a nostalgic bite of German-Mennonite culinary heritage. Whether served alongside chilled watermelon for a refreshing summer snack or dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness, Roll Kuchen is a versatile and crowd-pleasing indulgence. Ready in under an hour, this timeless recipe combines ease, flavor, and tradition in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the milk and heavy cream. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into 2-3 pieces for easier rolling. Roll out one piece at a time to about 1/4-inch thickness.
Cut the dough into rectangles or diamond shapes about 2x3 inches in size. Optionally, make a small slit in the center of each piece to create a decorative twist when fried.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully drop a few dough pieces at a time into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried Roll Kuchen and place them on a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Traditionally paired with slices of chilled watermelon or sprinkled with powdered sugar for a sweet treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1005.4 g | 1289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 166.0 g | 830% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 514 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 5171 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.7 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 70.3 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 24.0 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
