Ah, you’re asking about Hungarian Doughnut Ribbons, also known as ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º Csörögefánk (pronounced cher-uh-geh-fahnk) — a beloved carnival treat in Hungary!
These are crispy, twisted fried pastries made from a rich, tender dough, shaped like ribbons or bows, and dusted with powdered sugar. Traditionally served during Farsang (Carnival season before Lent), just like fánk, but these are lighter, crispier, and usually smaller.
ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º Hungarian Csörögefánk (Doughnut Ribbons)
🧾 Ingredients:
- 250g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 60g (4 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 egg yolks
- 100ml (about ½ cup minus 1 tbsp) sour cream or heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or a splash of rum
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional, traditional)
- Oil for frying (sunflower or canola)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Apricot jam for serving (optional but customary)