Traditional Polish crispy pastry twists made for Carnival time. They are deep-fried and sprinkled with confectioners' sugar. Light and delicious!
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 eggs yolks
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter , softened
- 1 tablespoon rum
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 0.5 cups confectioners' sugar , or as needed
Instructions
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1
Combine flour, egg yolks, sour cream, sugar, butter, rum, and salt in a large bowl; mix to form a dough.
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2
Knead dough lightly and roll out on a floured surface. Cut into strips 4 inches long and 3/4 inches wide. Cut a slit in the middle of each strip. Twist and pull one end through the slit.
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3
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan. Test the temperature by dropping in a pastry twist; the oil is ready when it browns and float to the surface.
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4
Fry pastry twists in batches until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts
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