Christmas Crullers (Swedish)

Submitted by Jostlori

"A traditional Swedish treat, usually made at Christmastime. From a recipe booklet "Favorite Swedish Recipes" and posted for ZWT9 Scandinavia. DOES NOT INCLUDE REFRIGERATION TIME OF 1 HOUR"

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 40 cookies
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 4 egg yolks
• 1⁄4 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 1⁄2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon brandy
• 1 tablespoon lemon rind, finely zested
• oil (for frying)

directions

1. Combine all ingredients except oil in a bowl and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. Turn the chilled dough out onto a floured surface and roll out thin. With a pastry wheel, cut strips 3/4 inch wide by 3 inches long.
3. Cut a gash about 1 inch long in the center of each strip. Twist one end of the strip through the slit. It will look kind of like a knot.
4. Fry in deep oil at 375F until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
5. Crullers are a Christmas delicacy served with jam as dessert or at coffeetime.