Buñuelos are deep-fried dough fritters. This recipe makes a pile of these delicious Mexican treats; sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar for a crowd-pleasing dessert during the holidays or any time of the year!
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 0.25 cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour , plus more for kneading
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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Beat eggs and 1/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until thick and lemon-colored; mix in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil.
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3
Combine 1 ½ cups of flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to egg mixture, mixing well until evenly combined.
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Turn dough out onto a floured board and knead thoroughly until dough is smooth.
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Shape dough into 16 even-sized balls. Flatten and roll each one into a very thin circle about 5 inches in diameter. Let stand uncovered on waxed paper for about 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, combine 1 cup sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl until evenly mixed; set aside. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Lower one circle of dough carefully into the hot oil; fry until golden, turning once, about 30 seconds on each side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Repeat with remaining dough. Serve or cool and store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts
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