Description
Sopapillas are delightful, fluffy pastries that bring warmth and joy to any gathering. With their golden exterior and soft, sweet interior, these treats are perfect for drizzling with honey or pairing with chocolate sauce. Simple to make with just a few ingredients, sopapillas can transform any occasion into a memorable experience. Whether shared at family game nights or festive celebrations, these irresistible bites are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Gradually add warm water while stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface for about 5 minutes. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions and roll each into circles about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat (375°F).
- Fry the circles until golden brown and puffed (about 1-2 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with honey or chocolate sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sopapilla (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg