# What You'll Need:
→ Mini Pączki
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
04 - 1 packet active dry yeast (7 g)
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk, lukewarm
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Cherry Glaze
10 - 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons cherry juice
12 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
13 - 1–2 drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Dissolve active dry yeast in lukewarm milk in a small bowl; let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
02 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a large bowl until evenly mixed.
03 - Add yeast mixture, melted butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients; mix until soft dough forms.
04 - Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
05 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm environment until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
06 - Punch down the risen dough, pinch off 1-inch pieces, and roll each into a smooth ball.
07 - Heat 2 to 3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F.
08 - Fry dough balls in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
09 - Remove fried dough balls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; allow them to cool slightly.
10 - Whisk powdered sugar, cherry juice, lemon juice, and optional food coloring until smooth.
11 - Dip each fried dough ball into the cherry glaze; let excess glaze drip off and set on a wire rack.
