Alsatian Puffs using a Thermomix
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Dive into the festive spirit of Alsace with Schankala, the carnival donuts that are as delightful as they are delicious! These golden-brown treats, infused with the zest of lemon and a splash of Kirsch, are a staple during the lively celebrations of Carnival. Legend has it that these donuts were originally made to celebrate the end of winter, as people would gather to enjoy good food and good company. Their name, 'Schankala', is derived from the Alsatian word for 'little legs', because of their adorable shape! So, whether you're dancing in the streets or simply enjoying a cozy evening at home, these sweet, fluffy delights will whisk you away to a festive wonderland with every bite.
Ingredients
- 500 g Flour t55
- 20 g Fresh baker's yeast
- 250 g Milk
- 75 g Granulated sugar
- 75 g Butter
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Pinch(es) Salt
- 500 g Sunflower oil
- 15 g Icing sugar
Steps
Dough
- Add 500 g of flour t55, 20 g of fresh baker's yeast in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Add 250 g of milk, 75 g of granulated sugar, 75 g of butter, 2 eggs, 1 pinch(es) of salt in the food processor bowl.
- Mix knead: 2:00min / 0°C / Speed 1.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl on a workplan.
- Let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
Shaping and Frying
- Punch down the dough gently.
- Roll the dough out to about 1 cm thickness.
- Cut out oval shapes using a knife.
- Preheat in the oven with an oil base at 170°C.
- Add 500 g of sunflower oil in a frypan.
- Carefully place the shaped dough into the hot oil, a few at a time.
- Fry in the oven with an oil base at 170°C during 2min and each side.
- Transfer the content of the frypan on a plate.
- Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Final Touches
- Sprinkle 15 g of icing sugar on the plate.
- Dust the beignets generously while they are still warm.
- Serve Immediately.
