How to Make Chrusciki - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chrusciki, also known as angel wings, are a traditional Polish pastry that is commonly made for special celebrations and holidays such as Christmas and Easter. These delicate, thin pastries are made from a simple dough that is quickly fried until golden and then dusted with powdered sugar. The result is a light and crispy pastry that is both beautiful and delicious.

The origins of chrusciki can be traced back to Poland, where they have been a beloved treat for centuries. The name "chr...

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Ingredients

  • 12 large egg yolks
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon whiskey (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 80
  • Yield: 80 cookies

  • Whisk egg yolks, egg, sugar, whiskey, salt, and vanilla together in a bowl. Stir in 2 cups flour. If dough is sticky, stir in remaining 1/2 cup flour. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes. Divide into thirds and cover with plastic wrap.
  • Heat 1 inch oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Working with one piece of dough at a time, roll on a lightly floured surface until paper-thin. Cut into parallelograms (long diamonds); use a sharp paring knife to cut a slot in the center of each, and pull one point of the diamond through the slot. Repeat to make remaining cookies.
  • Fry two to four pieces at a time, depending on the size of your pan, until crisp but not browned, 5 to 10 seconds per side. Drain on paper towels and dust with confectioners' sugar when cool.
  • Nutrition

    119 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 24mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 4mg