Pączki
Pączki are traditional Polish deep-fried doughnuts filled with sweet fillings such as rose hip jam or custard. They are rich, fluffy, and often enjoyed especially on Fat Thursday and before Lent as a festive treat.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups
- 2 1/4 tsp
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 4 large
- 1/2 cup
- 1 cup
- as needed
- for dusting
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Polish
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Pączki have their origins in Polish festive customs dating back to the Middle Ages, traditionally prepared to use up rich ingredients before the Lenten fast.
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