Paczki Poonch Key
Indulge in the sweet, pillowy decadence of Paczki (pronounced “poonch-key”), a traditional Polish treat perfect for Fat Tuesday or any day you crave something special. These rich, golden-brown doughnuts are made with a buttery, yeast-raised dough and filled with luscious fruit preserves or creamy custard for a delightful surprise in every bite. Finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, paczki are fried to perfection, delivering a light, airy texture with a satisfying crispness. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time for the dough to rise, these homemade paczki are truly worth the effort. Whether you’re celebrating Polish heritage or just exploring new flavors, this recipe is a must-try for doughnut lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 6 cups vegetable oil
- 0.75 cup fruit preserves or custard
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Warm the milk in a small saucepan until it reaches about 110°F. Pour it into a large mixing bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the top, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In the mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture, sugar, egg yolks, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
Gradually add the flour and salt to the bowl, mixing until a cohesive dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface.
Use a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles of dough. Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a towel, and let them rise for 30 minutes.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350°F. Fry the paczki in small batches, cooking each side for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.
Once the paczki have cooled slightly, use a piping bag fitted with a narrow tip to fill each one with fruit preserves or custard.
Dust the paczki generously with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
14233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1333.2 g | 1709% | |
| Saturated Fat | 218.9 g | 1094% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 806.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 891 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 1371 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 618.1 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 238.5 g | ||
| Protein | 72.4 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 490 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 25.3 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*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.
