Step 4: Knead
Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until elastic.
Step 5: First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 6: Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 7: Shape the Paczki
Punch down the dough and roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass. Place the doughnuts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
Step 8: Bake
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 9: Cool and Fill
Allow the paczki to cool before filling with your chosen jam or cream.
Step 10: Dust and Serve
Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Traditional Filling Options
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Jam (strawberry, raspberry, or apricot)
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Cream (whipped or pastry)
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Chocolate filling
Tips and Variations
For Extra Crispiness: Brush the paczki with melted butter before baking.
Flavor Experiments: Add vanilla, almond extract, or cinnamon to the dough for different flavors.
Creative Fillings: Fill with Nutella or peanut butter for a chocolate-hazelnut or nutty twist.
About Paczki
Paczki have been a Polish tradition for centuries, typically eaten on Fat Thursday to indulge before the Lenten season.
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