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Krofne

Cultural Context

Krofne, a beloved treat in Serbia, are deep-fried doughnuts often enjoyed during festivities and celebrations. Traditionally filled with jam or custard, they symbolize indulgence and joy, often served at family gatherings and holidays. Today, variations abound, with fillings ranging from chocolate to fruit, making them a popular dessert across the Balkans and beyond.

SerbianRSdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup warm milk
2 teaspoons quick rise yeast
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups flour
1/2 cup Nutella
1/4 cup powdered sugar

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

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being dairy-free.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is lactose-free.

jam

🥗Healthier: fruit puree

💰Cheaper: store-bought jelly

Fruit puree is often lower in sugar and adds natural flavor.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

1

Add quick rise yeast to warm milk and mix with sugar; let sit until frothy for 15-20 minutes.

2

Add flour and other ingredients on top of the flour without mixing.

3

Incorporate the yeast mixture with the flour and mix until well combined.

4

Knead the sticky dough on a floured surface until it forms a soft ball.

5

Place the dough in a bowl (not oiled), cover with clear wrap, and let rise for 3-4 hours in the fridge or 1 hour at room temperature.

6

Roll out the dough to desired thickness, noting that thicker is recommended.

7

Cut out dough circles using a glass and place them on a floured surface.

8

Roll remaining dough into a ball and repeat the cutting process.

9

Cover the cut dough with a light kitchen towel and let rise for 30 minutes, then turn them over and let rise for another 30 minutes.

10

Preheat oil in a pan and fry the doughnuts in batches of three, covering with a lid to help them puff up.

11

Remove fried doughnuts and place them on paper towels to cool completely before serving.

12

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinfrying pandeep fryerpiping bag

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

DoughnutsKrafne

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