Portzelky (New Year's Cookies)

How to Make Portzelky (New Year's Cookies)

Tap a step to highlight it, or turn on Cook Mode for large type and step-by-step focus.

1. Mix the flour, yeast, the 60 g of sugar, the salt and cinnamon in a large bowl. Add the milk, eggs and melted butter and mix to a soft, slightly sticky dough.

   Mark done

2. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes, until smooth. Knead in the raisins. Put the dough in an oiled bowl, cover and leave to rise for 1 hour, until doubled.

   Mark done Start 5 min timer

3. Knock the air out of the dough and divide it into 24 pieces. Roll each into a ball and set on a floured tray.

   Mark done

4. Cover and leave to rise for 30 minutes, until puffy.

   Mark done Start 30 min timer

5. Heat the oil in a deep pan to 180°C / 350°F. Fry the balls in batches of 5 or 6 for 3 to 4 minutes, turning, until deep golden and cooked through. Lift out onto kitchen paper.

   Mark done Start 3 min timer

6. While they are still hot, roll the portzelky in the cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.

   Mark done

Tips for Making Portzelky (New Year's Cookies)

• Check the oil temperature with a thermometer. Too cool and the balls turn greasy, and too hot and they burn outside and stay raw within.
• Keep the dough soft and slightly sticky. A soft dough makes a tender, light ball, whereas a stiff one makes a heavy one.
• Roll them in sugar while they are hot. The heat and a film of oil help the sugar stick.

What to Serve with Portzelky (New Year's Cookies)

• Hot tea
• Coffee
• Cold milk

Storing & Reheating Portzelky (New Year's Cookies)

Best eaten on the day they are made. They keep in an airtight container for 1 day, and can be warmed in a 160°C / 325°F (140°C fan) oven for 5 minutes.

Portzelky (New Year's Cookies) FAQ: Common Questions

Portzelky (New Year's Cookies) Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.