For me, curd cheese balls are as much a part of carnival time as confetti and colorful costumes. My grandmother always made them, and the scent of fried dough and orange has something incredibly homely for me. Of course, she prepared them without a Thermomix®, but I think the Thermomix® makes the preparation really easy and quick, without sacrificing the traditional taste. The secret of these curd cheese balls lies in the curd cheese. It ensures incredible juiciness and prevents the balls from becoming dry. The low-fat curd cheese is ideal here, as it does not contain too much fat and still makes the balls nice and loose. The eggs bind the ingredients and give the dough structure. The sugar naturally provides the sweetness, but also for the slight caramelization during frying, which gives the balls that certain something. The pinch of salt is a must to balance the sweetness and intensify the taste. The wheat flour type 405 is an all-purpose flour that is well suited for this type of pastry. The baking powder ensures that the balls rise nicely and become airy. The milk makes the dough smoother and ensures the right consistency. And the orange? The grated peel gives the balls a wonderfully fresh and fruity note that is perfect for carnival. When preparing in the Thermomix®, it is important to add the ingredients in the correct order. First the wet ingredients, then the dry ones. This avoids lumps. When adding the milk, it is advisable to pour it slowly through the lid opening while the Thermomix® is running. This allows the milk to combine well with the other ingredients. The temperature of the oil is crucial for the success of the curd cheese balls. It should not be too hot, otherwise the balls will burn on the outside and still be raw on the inside. 160 °C is ideal. It is best to test the temperature with a wooden skewer. If bubbles form on it, the oil is hot enough. If you like it a little more unusual, you can refine the dough with other spices. Cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg go perfectly with curd cheese balls. It is also possible to add raisins or almonds. For a vegan version, you can replace the curd cheese with a plant-based alternative and the eggs with apple sauce or flaxseed eggs. The curd cheese balls taste best when they are still warm, when the sugar is slightly caramelized. A glass of milk or a cup of coffee goes well with it. But you can also sprinkle them with powdered sugar or serve with a chocolate sauce. The curd cheese balls can be stored in an airtight container for about 2-3 days. But they taste best freshly prepared. You can also prepare the dough and store it in the refrigerator. But you should stir it briefly before frying.

Curd cheese balls for the carnival time

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Ingredients (10 ingredients)

Preparation (7 steps)

Grate orange peel

Prepare dough

Add flour mixture

Prepare sugar mixture

Heat oil

Fry donuts

Drain and sugar

Finished cooking? Great! 🎉

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