Easy Mexican Sopaipillas
Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of Easy Mexican Sopaipillas, a beloved treat that’s easier to make than you think! This recipe transforms simple pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and butter—into fluffy, fried pastries that puff up beautifully as they cook. Ready in just 30 minutes, these homemade sopaipillas are wonderfully versatile: serve them warm drizzled with honey, dusted with powdered sugar, or coated in cinnamon sugar for a sweet finish that’s irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for dessert, a festive snack, or even as an indulgent breakfast, this quick and easy recipe delivers authentic flavor with minimal effort. You'll love how these delightful bites elevate your Mexican-inspired menus!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups warm water
- 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- honey (optional, for serving)
- powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
- cinnamon sugar (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
Cut the butter into small pieces and add it to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the warm water to the mixture, stirring with a spoon or your hands until it forms a soft dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Shape the dough into a ball and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
After resting, roll the dough out into a thin sheet (about 1/8 inch thick). Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into small squares or rectangles, roughly 3x3 inches.
In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). Test the oil by dropping a small piece of dough in—if it sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.
Working in batches, carefully slide a few squares of dough into the hot oil. Fry each piece for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until the sopaipillas puff up and turn golden brown.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked sopaipillas and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels.
Serve warm with honey, powdered sugar, or cinnamon sugar as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 735.8 g | 943% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.7 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2087 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.7 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
