Description
Sopapillas are delightful golden pastries that are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture. Perfect for dessert or as a snack, these airy treats will bring joy to any gathering. Easy to make, even for beginners, this recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing experience that leaves everyone wanting more. Serve them warm with honey or enjoy them plain for a simple yet satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar mixture (for coating)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually mix in warm water until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover with a towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into squares or triangles.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat (about 350°F).
- Fry the dough pieces until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and coat with cinnamon sugar while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sopapilla (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding fillings like chocolate or fruit preserves before frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature; reheat in an oven at 350°F for crispness.