noun
cruller
KRUL-er/ˈkrʌlər/
A twisted or ridged fried pastry similar to a doughnut.
The twisted cruller has a crisp golden surface and a light glaze.
Etymology
Cruller apparently comes from Dutch kruller, based on a verb meaning “to curl.” The name connects the pastry with its twisted or curled shape.
In context
I think I want a cruller.
More examples
- The bakery sells glazed crullers with deep ridges.
- He fries the crullers until they turn golden brown.
- I order a cruller instead of my usual jelly doughnut.
Forms
cruller · crullers
Similar words
- doughnut
- A broader term; need not be twisted or ridged.
- fritter
- Often contains fruit or vegetables fried in batter.