Buñuelos are thin and crispy Mexican fritters sweetened with sugar and ground cinnamon for a golden and delicious treat at Christmas and New Year.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
244 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Turn dough out onto a floured board and knead thoroughly until dough is smooth.
Step 2
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).
Step 3
Gather all ingredients.
Step 4
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.
Step 5
Beat eggs and 1/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until thick and lemon-colored; mix in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil.
Step 6
Combine 1 ½ cups of flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to egg mixture, mixing well until evenly combined.
Step 7
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.
Step 8
Repeat with remaining dough. Serve or cool and store in airtight containers.
Ingredients
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
0.25 cup white sugar
1.5 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
