Fastnachts, Pennsylvania Dutch

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
Tasty Fastnachts Recipe of Pennsylvania Dutch for Breakfast
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup potato , freshly riced
2 eggs
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup buttermilk or 1 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons butter , melted
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 teaspoon salt
1/3 teaspoon nutmeg or 1/3 teaspoon cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
18
Calories
213
Sugar
5g
Fat
6g
Fastnachts are a beloved breakfast pastry in Pennsylvania Dutch country and are typically made on Shrove Tuesday, also known as Fat Tuesday, before the start of the Lenten season. They are a type of doughnut but with a potato-based dough and a unique texture. Fastnachts are commonly eaten with syrup, honey, or powdered sugar sprinkled on top. They are a great indulgence for a cozy breakfast or brunch.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the riced potato, eggs and sugar until smooth.
2.Add in the buttermilk and melted butter, and mix well.
3.In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg or cinnamon.
4.Gradually add this flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
5.Cover the mixing bowl with a clean cloth and let it rest for an hour in a warm place.
6.Preheat a deep fryer to 375°F or heat 2 inches of oil in a deep heavy-duty pan.
7.Scoop the dough by rounded tablespoons and drop one by one in the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
8.Remove the fried Fastnachts carefully using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
9.Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve while still warm.

PROS

This breakfast recipe is simple to make and requires little preparation time.

The golden-brown fried dough is crispy on the outside with a soft and fluffy center, making it a delight to bite into.

It’s a popular treat traditionally made for the Shrove Tuesday or Fat Tuesday festival.

CONS

Fastnachts are deep fried so they are high in fat and calories, and not recommended for a daily breakfast meal.

However, as this is a traditional recipe, it is something to be enjoyed occasionally as a special treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The potato in this recipe provides a source of dietary fiber, vitamin B6 and potassium which help support heart health and digestion.
The cinnamon or nutmeg used in this recipe have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help boost the immune system and protect against diseases.

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