Powdered Jam Donuts (Pączki)
Pillowy fried donuts filled with jam and dusted in powdered sugar—a Polish bakery classic made in 20 minutes with pantry ingredients and a shallow pan of oil.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 whole large eggs
- ½ cup jam or preserves (any flavor)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1
Whisk flour, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Add eggs and milk, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- 2
Heat 2 inches of neutral oil in a heavy skillet to 350°F; water flicked on the surface should sizzle immediately.
- 3
Drop dough by rounded tablespoons into the hot oil, 3–4 at a time. Fry 60 seconds per side until golden brown.
- 4
Transfer donuts to paper towels to drain. Once cool enough to handle, poke a hole in the side with a small skewer.
- 5
Fill a piping bag with jam and squeeze into each hole, dividing evenly among all donuts.
- 6
Roll warm donuts in powdered sugar until fully coated. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- heavy-bottomed skillet (10-inch or larger)
- deep-fry / candy thermometer
- paper towels
- small skewer or toothpick
- piping bag
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