Josefinas
Delight your taste buds with Josefinas, the perfect fusion of crispy, golden pastry and luscious cream cheese filling. These irresistible, bite-sized treats are made from a buttery, flaky dough that's delicately folded around a sweetened cream cheese center. Deep-fried to perfection and rolled in a fragrant cinnamon-sugar coating, Josefinas are the ultimate indulgence for pastry lovers. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, these handmade pockets of joy pair wonderfully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. With a quick prep time of just 25 minutes and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is an ideal way to bring a homemade twist to classic fried pastries. Whether you're hosting a brunch or craving a cozy treat, Josefinas will wow your family and friends every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and work it into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough gently on a lightly floured surface for 2-3 minutes.
Roll the dough out to a thickness of 1/8 inch and cut into 3-inch circles using a biscuit cutter or an overturned glass.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Place about 1 teaspoon of the sweetened cream cheese mixture onto the center of each dough circle.
Fold each circle in half to form a semi-circle, pinching the edges firmly to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security and decorative flair.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry the filled pastries in batches, 3-4 at a time, for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and puffed.
Remove the pastries with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
In a shallow bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and 0.5 cups of granulated sugar for coating.
While the pastries are still warm, toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Josefinas with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 759.5 g | 974% | |
| Saturated Fat | 166.1 g | 830% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 406.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2285 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 383.2 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 189.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 521 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 868 mg | 18% | |
*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.
