Sopapillas
Light and airy, these Sopapillas are such a delightful treat! Made with pantry staples, you'll have these tasty fried dough pieces ready in no time.
- Prep time
- 30 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 18 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus additional for dusting (480g))
- ¼ cup vegetable shortening ((51g))
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon honey (plus additional to serve)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups warm water ((105-110F) (360mL))
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, shortening, baking powder, honey, and salt until combined. Stir in the warm water until fully combined and smooth. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- 2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle (about 1/4-inch thickness). Cut into 3-inch squares.
- 3
In a large Dutch oven, pour oil to a depth of 1 1/2-inches. Heat over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375F.
- 4
Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
- 5
Working in batches, carefully add dough squares to the oil. (Don’t overcrowd the pot.) Fry, turning as needed, until golden brown on both sides and puffed for about 1 to 2 minutes. (If your dough isn’t puffing in the oil, gently tap them with your strainer to quickly submerge them in the hot oil. This should encourage them to puff.) Let drain on the paper towels. Serve warm, drizzled with honey.