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Rollkuchen (With or Without Thermomix Version)

Rollkuchen is a traditional German fried pastry made from a simple dough that is rolled thin, cut into pieces, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. Popular at family gatherings and summer meals, it is often served warm with watermelon. Its light, airy texture and crispy edges make it a beloved comfort food that has been passed down through generations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: German
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g Sour cream
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 250 g Buttermilk or Kefir
  • 15 g Baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 400 g All-purpose flour (approximaltely)
  • Oil for frying

Equipment

  • 1 Deep fryer or Pot
  • 1 Thermomix optional

Method
 

Thermomix Instructions:
  1. Place sour cream, eggs, and buttermilk or kefir into the mixing bowl. Mix 20 sec/speed 4.
  2. Add baking powder, salt and 300g flour. Mix 20 sec/speed 4.
  3. Add the remaining flour gradually until the dough is soft but still slightly sticky. Knead 3 min/Dough Mode.
  4. Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover and let rest for at least 1 hour (or several hours if desired)
  5. On a floured surface, roll the dough to about 1/2 cm (1/4inch) thick.
  6. Cut into diamond shapes. Make a slit in the center of each piece and pull one end through the slit to create the traditional Rollkuchen shape.
  7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350F (175C).
  8. Fry a few pieces at a time until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  9. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Instructions Making Rollkuchen by Hand:
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, eggs, and buttermilk or kefir until smooth.
  2. Add baking powder to the flour and gradually add the flour to the mixing bowl. Mixing with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-8 minutes. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky but manageable. Avoid adding too much flour.
  4. Place the dough back into the bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rest for at least 1 hour. For even better texture, let it rest for several hours.
  5. On a floured surface, roll the dough to about 1/2 cm (1/4inch) thick.
  6. Cut into diamond shapes. Make a slit in the center of each piece and pull one end through the slit to create the traditional Rollkuchen shape.
  7. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350F (175C).
  8. Fry a few pieces at a time until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  9. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.