Posted by Puffy and pillowy Sopapillas are fried to perfection and topped with honey for a simple and delicious dessert.
PREPRATION TIME:
- Prep Time25 minutes
- Cook Time10 minutes
- Total Time35 minutes
- Servings16
- Calories1188 kcal
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons shortening
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 quarts oil for frying
- honey
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the shortening using a pastry blender or two knives, until the pieces are no bigger than pea sized. Pour in the warm water and mix to form a dough. Cover and let rest twenty minutes.
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While the dough is resting, heat the oil in a deep fryer or heaving bottomed pan to 375 degrees.
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Roll the dough out to ¼ inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Cut the dough into 3 inch squares. Fry until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels. Serve warm drizzled with honey.
Nutrition Facts: Sopapilla RecipeAmount Per ServingCalories 1188Calories from Fat 1098% Daily Value*Fat 122g188%Saturated Fat 10g63%Sodium 148mg6%Potassium 84mg2%Carbohydrates 24g8%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 1g1%Protein 3g6%Calcium 27mg3%Iron 1mg6%
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