NUN'S PUFFS (NONNENFüRZCHEN, NONNENFüRZLE) RECIPE - (4.7/5)

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Nun's Puffs (Nonnenfürzchen, Nonnenfürzle) Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by Lsweetnell

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup (225 ml) water
Pinch of salt
3 1/2 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar
1 scant cup all-purpose flour (4 1/2 ounces/125 g)
Finely grated zest of 1 organic lemon
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 eggs
Oil for deep-frying (corn, peanut or other oil with high smoke point)
Sugar and cinnamon for sprinkling

Steps:

  • 1. Put the water, salt and butter in a small saucepan and slowly bring to a boil until the butter is melted. Stir and remove from the heat. 2. Mix the confectioners' sugar, flour, lemon zest and cornstarch. Add it to the pan all at once. Stir to combine and return the pan to the heat. Cook over low heat until the dough forms a smooth dough and a film forms at the bottom of the pan. 3. Remove the pan from the heat and immediately add 1 egg. Beat with an electric handheld mixer to blend well. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes. 4. Add the remaining eggs one after another, blending well after each addition. 5. Pour oil about 2 to 3 inches high in a heavy tall pot or a deep-fryer. Bring to 370 degrees F (175 degrees Celsius), or hot enough to sizzle a breadcrumb. Have a glass with hot water stand by. 6. Using two dessertspoons, shape small balls of dough and drop them into the hot oil, not more than 4 at a time. Fry until golden, then turn once and fry from the other side. Remove with a slotted spoon and degrease on paper towels. Dip the spoons in hot water after each round (be careful of hot splashes!). 7. Sprinkle with a mix of sugar and cinnamon. Enjoy within a couple of hours. Makes 24 to 30 pieces

Christian Akarawak
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Yum! These nuns' puffs sound like the perfect treat.


Rudy Laynes
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These nuns' puffs look amazing! I can't wait to try them.


MunchkinMya
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Just made these nuns' puffs for the first time and they were delicious! The dough was easy to work with and the filling was creamy and flavorful. Will definitely be making these again.


Anabelle Thomas
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I've made these nuns' puffs several times now, and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Fabiha Khan
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These nuns' puffs were a hit! They were light and fluffy, with a slightly crispy exterior. The filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.