How to Make Buñuelos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Buñuelos are a traditional Latin American dessert that is loved and enjoyed by people of all ages. These delicious treats are a deep-fried pastry that is crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Buñuelos are a popular snack during the holidays, particularly during Christmas and New Year's Eve. They are often enjoyed with a hot cup of chocolate or coffee, making them the perfect treat for a cozy winter evening.

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Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Beat eggs and 1/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until thick and lemon-colored; mix in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil. Combine 1 ½ cups of flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to egg mixture, mixing well until evenly combined.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured board and knead thoroughly until dough is smooth.
  • 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.
  • 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).
  • 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. Repeat with remaining dough. Serve or cool and store in airtight containers.
  • Nutrition

    244 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 181mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 31mg