Karpatka

Karpatka is a cherished Polish dessert featuring a creamy filling, typically made from vanilla custard or pastry cream. This delightful treat generally consists of a layer of shortcrust pastry topped with choux pastry, though sometimes two layers of choux pastry are used, with a rich cream sandwiched in between. The name "Karpatka" is inspired by the dessert's mountain-like appearance. To finish, a dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of sweetness.

In Poland, pre-made baking mixes for Karpatka are readily available, making it easy to prepare this classic dessert at home. Notably, in 1995, "Karpatka" was registered as a trademark by Delecta SA with the Polish Patent Office, identifying their cream powder product.