Baked Paczki

Baked Paczki (Polish Donuts)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast (or 1 packet)
• 3/4 cup of warm whole milk (not too hot for yeast)
• 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 2 egg yolks

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes frothy.
3. Add the milk mixture, vegetable oil, and egg yolks to the dry ingredients. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into small balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Cover the dough balls and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
9. Bake the paczki in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
10. Let the paczki cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade Polish donuts!
    Tips:

• You can fill the paczki with your favorite jam or custard after they have cooled.
• Dust the paczki with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch.
  Prep time: 2 hours
  Calories: 180 per serving