Paluszki Polish Little Fingers
Crispy, buttery, and irresistibly snackable, Paluszki—Polish Little Fingers—are a delightful Eastern European treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These delicate, savory sticks are made from a simple yet rich dough of all-purpose flour, butter, sour cream, and egg yolks, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite. Lightly brushed with egg white and sprinkled with sesame or poppy seeds for added crunch and flavor, they bake to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Ideal as an appetizer, party snack, or accompaniment to soups and dips, these homemade Polish crackers are as versatile as they are flavorful. With easy preparation and a batch yielding around 40 pieces, they’re perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 125 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Sour cream
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional for topping)
- 3 tablespoons Poppy seeds (optional for topping)
- 1 large Egg white (for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
Dice the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the sour cream and egg yolks. Knead the mixture lightly by hand until it forms a smooth dough. Do not overwork the dough.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 4-5mm (about 1/5 inch).
Using a knife or a pizza cutter, cut the dough into thin strips about 10-12cm (4-5 inches) long and 1cm (1/2 inch) wide.
Transfer the strips onto the prepared baking trays, leaving a bit of space between each piece.
Brush the strips lightly with the egg white for a golden finish. Sprinkle sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the paluszki are light golden and crisp.
Let them cool on a wire rack before serving. Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.0 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.1 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 696 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 2531 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.0 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 791 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 657 mg | 14% | |
*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.
