Krówki facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Krówki

Type	Fudge
Place of origin	Poland
Main ingredients	Milk, sugar, cream, butter, vanilla

Krówki (pronounced KROOF-kee) are a popular Polish candy. Their name means "little cows" in Polish. These candies are a type of fudge or soft toffee.

When Krówki are made by hand, they can be a bit hard and crunchy on the outside. But the inside is often soft and gooey. This makes them a fun treat to eat!

Krówki are one of the most common sweets in Poland. You can find them sold all over the world. Many people think of them as a Polish version of "dulce de leche" candy.

When you buy Krówki in a store, they usually come wrapped. Each candy has its own white and yellow paper wrapper. This wrapper often shows a picture of a Holstein cow. Krówki were well-known across Europe even before the end of the Cold War. They are similar to candies like White Rabbit Creamy Candy from Asia or Scottish Tablet.

What Are Krówki Made Of?

The classic recipe for Krówki uses simple ingredients. These include milk, sugar, and sometimes butter. Cream and vanilla flavor are also often added.

But there are many different kinds of Krówki! You can find them with fruit flavors like banana. Some have cocoa, coffee, or nut flavors. There are even Krówki with liquorice flavor.

For people who cannot have dairy, there are special versions. These are made from soy milk for those with lactose intolerance. You can even make Krówki at home. All you need is a simple pan and the main ingredients.

The History of Krówki

A candy company called "L. Pomorski i syn" says they made the first Krówki. The Pomorski family started making them in Poznań, Poland.

During World War II, the family had to move. They were forced to go to Milanówek, which is near Warsaw. But they kept making their delicious Krówki there.

Krówki Around the World

Krówki are popular in other countries too. In Germany, people often call them Muh-Muhs. This name sounds like the "moo" sound a cow makes. They are also called Kuhbonbons, which means "cow bonbons."

In Latvia, this candy is known as gotiņa. It is even considered the national candy of Latvia! People used to make gotiņa at home. But it has been made in factories since the 1930s.

Traditional Polish Krówki

A Krówka from Milanówek

The Polish Minister of Agriculture has a special list. This list includes traditional Polish products. Several types of Krówki have been added to this list. This means they are made in a special, traditional way.

"Krówka opatowska"

Here are some of the traditional Krówki:

• "Krówka opatowska" - This candy has been made since 1982. It is produced in a traditional way in Opatów. Each piece is cut and packed by hand. It was added to the list in 2011.
• "Krówka szczecinecka" - This type of Krówka has been made since 1971. It comes from Szczecinek. It was added to the list in 2016.
• "Wyborowa krówka bełchatowska" - This Krówka was added to the list in 2017. It comes from the Łódź Voivodeship region.
• "Krówka regulicka" - This candy was added to the list in 2020. It is from the Lesser Poland Voivodeship region.
• "Krówka mleczna strzyżowska" - This Krówka was also added to the list in 2020. It comes from the Podkarpackie Voivodeship region.