Low Fat Classic Sopapillas
Indulge in the sweet, crispy delight of **Low Fat Classic Sopapillas**, a healthier spin on the beloved traditional dessert. This recipe retains the airy, golden puffs of the classic version, made with a simple blend of all-purpose flour, warm water, and olive oil for a lighter touch. Gently baked to perfection—rather than fried—these sopapillas are dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with warm honey for a guilt-free treat that's as satisfying as it is wholesome. With a hint of cinnamon for added warmth and only 15 minutes of prep time, these are the perfect dessert or snack to enjoy fresh out of the oven. Whether served on their own or alongside your favorite Mexican-inspired meal, these low-fat treats are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping things light!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.75 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to mix the dry ingredients thoroughly.
Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the warm water and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough begins to form.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 10 minutes to allow the gluten to relax, making the dough easier to roll out.
After resting, divide the dough into 12 equal portions, rolling each into a ball.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll each dough ball into a 5-inch (about 13 cm) circle, approximately 1/4 inch (about 0.6 cm) thick.
Place the circles onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the sopapillas have puffed up and are golden brown.
While the sopapillas are baking, heat the honey slightly in the microwave for about 10 seconds to make it easier to drizzle.
Once baked, remove the sopapillas from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Drizzle the warm honey over the sopapillas and dust them with the powdered sugar.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat classic sopapillas, a delightful treat with reduced fat content!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2084 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.7 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 280 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.
