Fánk – Traditional Hungarian Doughnuts

Hungarian Fánk are soft, fluffy yeast doughnuts traditionally enjoyed during carnival season in Hungary. Light, airy, and dusted with powdered sugar, they are often served with apricot jam or vanilla filling.

Ingredients

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 250 ml warm milk
• 25 g fresh yeast (or 7 g dry yeast)
• 50 g sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 50 g melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Oil for frying
• Powdered sugar for serving
• Apricot jam (optional)