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Polish Christmas Eve Tradition - OPLATEK - Oplatki Christmas Wafer Wigilia

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Oplatek

Cultural Context

Originating from Poland, Oplatek is a traditional Christmas wafer shared among family members during the Wigilia dinner, symbolizing love and forgiveness. This custom fosters unity and connection, as each person breaks a piece of wafer while exchanging wishes for the coming year. Today, Oplatek is cherished not only in Poland but also among Polish communities worldwide, celebrating the spirit of togetherness during the holiday season.

PolishPLother
30 min
easy
10 servings
Servings4
1 cup unleavened wafer
2 cups flour
1 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
a few drops food coloring

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

unleavened wafer

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1

Open the package of wafers and show the different designs.

2

Discuss the tradition of sharing wafers at the Christmas Eve dinner.

3

Pass around pieces of wafer to everyone at the table.

4

Everyone takes a piece of each other's wafer and eats it like communion.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Christmas waferPolish wafer
Local Name: Oplatek

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