Homemade Sopapillas: Easy, Fluffy Treats for Every Occasion
Learn how to make delicious homemade sopapillas that are fluffy and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
- 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Add shortening and mix until crumbly.
- Gradually add warm water and knead until smooth.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough and cut into shapes.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry sopapillas until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with honey or cinnamon sugar for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sopapillas
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg