Sopapillas
Crispy, golden, and delightfully airy, sopapillas are a classic Mexican-inspired treat that can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or even a savory accompaniment to your favorite meals. Made from a simple dough of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of butter or shortening, these pillowy bites are fried to perfection, creating a hollow center ideal for drizzling with honey or sprinkling with cinnamon-sugar. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe delivers irresistible results with minimal effort, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether served warm and sweet or paired with savory dishes, sopapillas are a crowd-pleasing favorite that celebrate the vibrant flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening or butter
- 0.75 cups warm water
- 3 cups oil for frying
- 0.5 cups honey (for serving, optional)
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Cut the vegetable shortening or butter into small pieces and add it to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the warm water to the mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead it for 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Roll out the dough to approximately 1/4-inch thickness. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into 3-inch squares or triangles.
Heat the oil in a deep pot or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
Carefully place a few pieces of dough into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the sopapillas puff up and turn golden brown.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried sopapillas to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
If serving as a dessert, mix the cinnamon and sugar together in a small bowl and sprinkle over the warm sopapillas. Alternatively, drizzle them with honey.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious sopapillas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 738.4 g | 947% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.8 g | 539% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 908 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.8 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 331 mg | 7% | |
*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.
