Cheregie (little bow-tie doughnuts). We call them Chickies!

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Cheregie - Deliciously Soft Little Bow-Tie Doughnuts
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

7 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 lb butter
1/4 lb margarine
9 eggs
1 pint buttermilk
1/4 pint sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup ginger ale

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
280
Sugar
18g
Fat
12g
Cheregie (also known as Chickies) are a traditional Romanian dessert that are loved by people of all ages. These little bow-tie shaped doughnuts are soft, sweet, and addictive; they are perfect for dunking in a cup of coffee or tea. Typically, the doughnuts are deep-fried and topped with powdered sugar before serving. The crispy exterior and soft interior make them a delight to enjoy, and the recipe is easy to make even for novice bakers.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2.Cut in the butter and margarine and mix well until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.
3.In another bowl, beat together the eggs, buttermilk, sour cream, vanilla extract, and ginger ale.
4.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix to make a soft dough.
5.Cover the dough and leave it to rest for an hour.
6.Roll out the dough and cut it into little bow-tie shaped pieces.
7.Deep fry the doughnuts in hot oil until golden brown.
8.Dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

PROS

Cheregie is a delightful and easy-to-prepare dessert that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

These little bow-tie doughnuts are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, which makes them irresistibly tempting.

Because of their small size, they are perfect for a quick snack or a light dessert.

CONS

These doughnuts contain high amounts of sugar, which makes them unhealthy if consumed in excess.

Additionally, deep frying can also increase the calories and fat content of the dessert, which can be a concern for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These doughnuts are not particularly healthy, but they can be enjoyed occasionally as a treat.
However, they contain some beneficial ingredients such as buttermilk which contains probiotics that can improve digestion and boost the immune system.

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