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Light, puffy, golden-brown pillows of fried dough, a beloved dessert from New Mexico. These sopapillas are surprisingly easy to make at home and are perfect for drizzling with warm honey or dusting with cinnamon sugar.
For 6 servings
Make the Dough
Knead and Rest
Heat the Oil
Roll and Cut
Light, puffy, golden-brown pillows of fried dough, a beloved dessert from New Mexico. These sopapillas are surprisingly easy to make at home and are perfect for drizzling with warm honey or dusting with cinnamon sugar.
This southwest recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 391.96 calories per serving with 4.38g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for dessert or snack.
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Fry the Sopapillas
Drain and Serve
Omit the honey and serve the sopapillas plain as a side for stews or chili. You can also split them open and stuff them with seasoned ground beef, beans, and cheese for a main course.
Instead of honey, toss the warm sopapillas in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar for a churro-like flavor.
For a nuttier flavor and slightly denser texture, replace up to half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
The carbohydrates from the flour and honey provide a rapid source of energy, making this a satisfying treat when you need a quick pick-me-up.
When using raw, local honey, you may benefit from its natural antibacterial properties and antioxidants. It's a more natural sweetener compared to refined sugars.
The most common reason is the oil temperature. If the oil is not hot enough (below 375°F / 190°C), the steam won't build up inside the dough quickly enough to make it puff. Another reason could be rolling the dough too thick.
Unfortunately, traditional sopapillas cannot be made in an air fryer. They rely on being submerged in hot oil to rapidly create steam and puff up. Air frying will result in a flat, biscuit-like pastry.
A serving of three sopapillas with honey contains approximately 390 calories. This is an estimate and can vary based on the amount of oil absorbed and honey used.
Sopapillas are a deep-fried dessert and are high in calories, carbohydrates, and fat. They are best enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation rather than a regular part of a healthy diet.
Yes, you can prepare the dough up to 24 hours in advance. After kneading, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before rolling and frying.
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