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Buñuelos

Crispy fried dough discs dusted with cinnamon sugar — a festive Mexican treat.

40 minutes
Serves 2
Dessert

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make the Dough: Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, then add the egg, warm milk, and melted butter to form a soft dough.

  2. 2

    Rest: Knead briefly, cover, and rest for 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Roll Thin: Divide into balls and roll each into a very thin round.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil: Heat the frying oil to 180°C (360°F).

  5. 5

    Fry: Fry each disc until golden and crisp, about 1 minute per side, then drain.

  6. 6

    Coat and Serve: While warm, dust both sides generously with cinnamon sugar and serve.

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