Vegan Classic Sopapillas
Delightfully crispy, golden brown, and vegan-friendly, these Vegan Classic Sopapillas are a showstopping dessert that’s as easy to make as they are irresistible to eat. Perfectly puffed and fried to airy perfection, this plant-based twist on the traditional treat spotlights coconut oil for a flaky texture and warm water for a tender, elastic dough. Each bite is made even sweeter with a drizzle of agave nectar or maple syrup and a sprinkle of fragrant cinnamon. Whether you’re serving them as a snack or a dessert, these crowd-pleasers are ready in under 30 minutes and bring authentic Southwestern flair right to your kitchen. Great for vegans and anyone craving a dairy-free indulgence, these sopapillas will quickly become a favorite for entertaining or treating yourself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 0.75 cup warm water
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.25 cup agave nectar or maple syrup (for serving)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Add in the coconut oil and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly pour in the warm water while stirring with a spoon or your hand until the dough comes together.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.
After the dough has rested, roll it out to a 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface.
Cut the dough into roughly 3-inch squares or rectangles.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to about 375°F (190°C).
Carefully place a few sopapilla pieces at a time into the hot oil, frying until golden brown and puffed, about 1 minute per side.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the sopapillas from the oil, draining them on paper towels.
To serve, drizzle with agave nectar or maple syrup and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
Enjoy these warm and crisp vegan sopapillas as a delightful dessert or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 503.1 g | 645% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.0 g | 455% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2082 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.7 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 269 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.
