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Fluffy Romanian Papanasi (Papanși Pufoși Tradiționali)

Soft, golden, and rich with cheese — these traditional Romanian treats are perfect served warm with cream and jam.

Ingredients
  • 500 g drained sweet cheese (cow’s cheese)
  • 125 g sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda + 1 tsp vinegar (activated together)
  • Zest of 2 lemons (or orange zest)
  • 4 large eggs (or 5 small)
  • 1 tsp semolina
  • 250 g flour (bread flour recommended)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence (or rum essence)
  • Oil for frying
Instructions
  1. 1
    Prepare the base

    • In a large bowl, add drained sweet cheese and sugar.

    • Mix baking soda with vinegar and pour over the cheese mixture.

  2. 2
    Add flavor & eggs

    • Grate the lemon zest and add to the mixture.

    • Add eggs and semolina.

    • Mix gently to keep the cheese texture intact.

  3. 3
    Incorporate dry ingredients

    • In a separate bowl, mix flour with baking powder.

    • Gradually add to the cheese mixture, stirring gently.

    • Add vanilla (or rum) essence.

  4. 4
    Rest the dough

    Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.

  5. 5
    Shape & fry

    • Flour your work surface generously.

    • Shape the dough into small rounds (traditional shape: doughnut-like base + small ball for topping).

    • Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the papanasi on medium heat until golden brown on both sides.

    Step by step Youtube Video
Read it online: https://yummy.expert/recipe/fluffy-romanian-papanasi-papansi-pufosi-traditionali/