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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Kreppel

Cultural Context

Kreppel, also known as Berliner or Krapfen, hails from Germany and is traditionally enjoyed during Carnival season. These sweet, filled doughnuts symbolize indulgence before Lent, representing a festive treat. Today, Kreppel can be found in various forms across the globe, often with different fillings, showcasing their widespread appeal and adaptability.

GermanDEdessert
150 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
500 g Mehl (405)
180 g Milch
60 g Zucker
20 g Hefe
80 g weiche Butter
1 Prise Salz
1 Ei (M)
1 Eigelb
25 ml Rum 80%
10 ml Apfelessig
16 g Mehl zum Arbeiten
110 g Frittierfett
Zucker/Puderzucker zum Bestäuben (optional)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

fruit jam

🥗Healthier: fruit puree

💰Cheaper: store-bought jelly

Fruit puree is lower in sugar and calories.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal offers a vegan option while providing fiber.

1

In a bowl, combine 500 g of flour, 60 g of sugar, and a pinch of salt.

2

Dissolve 20 g of yeast in 180 g of warm milk and add to the flour mixture.

3

Add 80 g of softened butter, 1 egg, and 1 egg yolk to the mixture.

4

Mix in 25 ml of rum and 10 ml of apple cider vinegar.

5

Knead the dough until smooth and let it rise until doubled in size.

6

Roll out the dough and cut it into circles.

7

Heat 110 g of frying fat in a deep pan and fry the dough circles until golden brown on both sides.

8

Remove from the oil and let drain on paper towels.

9

Dust with sugar or powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

deep pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BerlinerKrapfenPfannkuchen
Local Name: Kreppel

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