Bumelos De Masa Sephardic Pancakes
Delight your taste buds with the warm, golden indulgence of Bumelos De Masa, a traditional Sephardic pancake recipe steeped in centuries of culinary heritage. These fluffy, yeast-risen fritters boast a pillowy texture and a subtly sweet flavor, making them the perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or a festive holiday table. Crafted from a simple batter of all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and a hint of sugar, these pancakes are fried to crispy perfection and served drizzled with honey or syrup for an irresistible finish. Quick to prepare and deeply satisfying, this authentic recipe only requires about an hour of rise time and a few minutes in the skillet before they’re ready to serve. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just indulging in a cozy morning ritual, these Sephardic pancakes are a must-try for lovers of traditional comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
- 1 Egg
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Honey or syrup (for serving)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the warm water to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth, thick batter forms.
Beat in the egg until the batter is well combined. The batter should be smooth and slightly elastic.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the batter rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat, ensuring the oil is about 1 inch deep.
Scoop tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil, frying a few pancakes at a time to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry each bumelo for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and puffed up. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the pancakes from the oil.
Place the fried pancakes on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm, drizzled with honey or syrup for sweetness. Optionally, sprinkle with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.7 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 136.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2469 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 462 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
