Description

Sopapillas are light and airy fried pastries, traditionally served in Southwestern and Mexican cuisine, often dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with honey.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening or butter
3/4 cup warm water
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar or honey, for serving

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cut in the shortening or butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add warm water and mix until a dough forms.
Knead on a floured surface for 3–5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into 3-inch squares or triangles.
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).
Fry sopapillas a few at a time, turning once, until golden and puffed—about 1 minute per side.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with honey.

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot enough to puff up the sopapillas; test with a small piece of dough first.
You can keep fried sopapillas warm in a low oven while frying the rest.
For a sweet twist, fill them with whipped cream or serve with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sopapilla
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg