Jersey Wonders

About This Recipe

Jersey Wonders are delightful fried pastry rings filled with strawberry jam and dusted with sugar. These crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside pastries are a beloved Jersey island treat, traditionally enjoyed at fairs and celebrations.

Ingredients

Serves 12

• 300 gplain flour
• 100 mlwarm water
• 2 tbspvegetable oil(in dough)
• 100 gstrawberry jam
• 50 gcaster sugar(for dusting)
• vegetable oil for fryingas needed

Instructions

1. 1

   Make dough

   Mix flour, water, and 2 tbsp oil into a soft dough. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.

2. 2

   Rest dough

   Cover and rest for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Shape wonders

   Roll out thin on floured surface, cut circles, place jam in center, fold and seal to form a ring.

4. 4

   Deep fry

   Heat oil to 170°C, carefully fry wonders for 1-2 minutes per side until golden.

5. 5

   Dust and serve

   Drain on paper towels and dust generously with caster sugar while still warm.

Variations

• •

  Use different jams like raspberry or plum

• •

  Add a touch of vanilla to the dough

• •

  Fill with custard instead of jam

Storage

Best eaten fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for 1 day.

Frequently Asked Questions