wafelki

Wafelki are a category of wafer cookies widely consumed in Poland and neighboring countries. They are thin, crisp wafers typically arranged in sandwich form with a sweet filling between two wafers. The typical shape is rectangular or square with a grid pattern on the surface. Fillings vary: chocolate cream, vanilla cream, hazelnut cream, or fruit preserves; some varieties are chocolate-coated or dusted with sugar.

Wafers have medieval roots, and in Poland wafelki became common in the 19th and 20th centuries with mass production by confectionery companies; today they are produced by both large manufacturers and artisanal bakers. They are produced by baking wafer sheets, applying a sweet filling, and joining sheets; sometimes the sandwich is cut and wrapped.

Eaten as a snack, with tea or coffee; used as a dessert component or garnish for desserts, ice cream. Sold in boxes or bags, often as individually wrapped pieces; store in a cool, dry place; unopened shelf life months; once opened, best consumed within a week or two. Allergens include gluten, dairy; products may contain nuts; check packaging. See also wafers, napolitanki, wafer cookies.