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Delicious Buñuelos served on a plate with toppings

Buñuelos

Warm, crispy circles of cinnamon-sugared nostalgia that are quick to make and absolutely delightful for all ages.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt Use unsalted butter for better control of salt.
  • 2 tbsp melted butter Neutral oil for frying.
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup warm water Add more if needed for dough consistency.
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup sugar For topping.
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon For topping.
  • Optional: powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk the flour, 1 tbsp sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl until even.
  2. Beat the melted butter, egg, and warm water in a separate bowl until blended and slightly glossy.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms; add more water only if needed.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to medium-high (about 350°F).
  2. Divide the dough into golf-ball portions and roll each piece paper-thin.
  3. Carefully slide a rolled round into the hot oil and fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden and puffed, flipping once.
  4. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  5. While still warm, toss each buñuelo in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  6. Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with piloncillo syrup.

Notes

Roll several rounds at once and stack between parchment to speed frying. If dough draws back while rolling, let it rest for an additional 5–10 minutes.