Description
Polish Faworki, also known as Chruściki or Angel Wings, are light, crispy fried pastries made from thin strips of dough twisted into delicate shapes and dusted with powdered sugar. Traditionally enjoyed during Carnival season, they are airy, crunchy, and lightly sweet.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups (320 g) all-purpose flour
- 4 egg yolks, room temperature
- 1 1/2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 6 tablespoons thick heavy cream (12% or 18%)
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 8 cups vegetable oil or lard, for frying
- Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Sift flour onto a clean surface or into a bowl and form a mound with a well in the center.
- Add egg yolks, powdered sugar, cream, salt, and white vinegar into the well.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and firm.
- Roll and fold the dough repeatedly for 15–20 minutes, occasionally pounding it lightly to incorporate air.
- Divide dough into two portions and keep one covered.
- Roll one portion very thin and cut into strips about 3 cm wide and 10 cm long.
- Cut a slit in the center of each strip and pull one end through to form a twist.
- Heat oil to 180°C (356°F) in a deep pot.
- Fry faworki in batches for 30–60 seconds per side until golden and puffed.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar while still warm.
Notes
- Rolling the dough very thin is key for crisp texture.
- Vinegar helps create light, airy pastries.
- Oil must be hot enough to prevent greasy results.
- Best served fresh on the same day.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
- Reheat briefly in a low oven to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
