Apparently, it came to Poland from Turkey. Is that true? There is no certainty. Nor is there any certainty that there is even a grain of truth in the claim that it owes its name to the inhabitants of Mazowsze, once called Mazurs. The only certainty is that mazurki have appeared on Polish tables since the 17th century. And that, in every version, they are simply delicious. To make them taste and look exceptional, it is worth following a few rules.
A true mazurek cannot be thick. Unlike Easter baba cakes, it is flat and very thin—and that is how it should be. In old Polish cookbooks, there should be no more dough forming the base of the cake than “a finger’s width.” The base is usually a shortcrust, buttery dough.
The second layer consists of creams, fruit preserves, marzipan or chocolate. There can be many combinations and ideas. Chocolate cream? Certainly. Or icing. You can let your imagination run free.
And finally—decoration. A traditional mazurek should enchant with its richness and splendor. Since shops now offer a huge selection of products, a mazurek can be a true work of art. Decorating it can also be entrusted to the youngest members of the family.
Below are three favorite recipes for mazurki.
Rose Mazurek
Subtle, delicate cream and crumbly, seductively buttery dough—rose mazurek is the quintessence of Easter. It is also one of the classic old-Polish recipes. Fragrant, elegant and springlike in pastel colors. Its rose aroma will win the heart of every lover of sweets.
Fig Mazurek
Figs take center stage, accompanied by delicate notes of orange and cinnamon. The base is crumbly, buttery dough. Everything is covered with a light chocolate blanket. Fig mazurek is an original, surprising and heavenly delicious dessert for the Easter table.
Mazurek with Advocaat
A mazurek for adults. Beautifully golden thanks to advocaat, with a light alcoholic note. It sits on wafer-thin crumbly pastry with a touch of tart preserve. A simple yet impressive mazurek that will delight all lovers of egg liqueur.
Recipe for mazurek with advocaat
