Easy Buñuelos
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Golden, crisp Buñuelos dusted with a delightful cinnamon sugar coating. This traditional Mexican dessert is perfect for a sweet crunch with coffee or tea.
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Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup warm water
- ¼ cup canola oil vegetable oil, or sunflower oil
- 2 cups canola oil vegetable oil, or sunflower oil for frying
Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a small bowl, mix warm water with vanilla extract, canola oil (or your choice of oil). Gradually stir this liquid into the dry ingredients until combined.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 7 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer on medium speed with a dough hook for 4 minutes.
- Divide the dough into small balls, about 2-3 tablespoons each, roughly the size of golf balls. Place them on a lightly floured tray, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let them rest for 10 minutes to relax the gluten.
- Roll out each dough ball on a lightly floured surface into a thin circle, about 5 inches (13cm) round.
- Heat oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a frying thermometer, test the oil's readiness by dropping in a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and float.
- Fry each rolled-out dough circle in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 1 minute per side.
- Remove the buñuelo from the oil and drain on a wire rack suspended over a baking pan.
- For the cinnamon sugar topping, mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Roll the warm buñuelos in this mixture.
- Serve your Mexican buñuelos warm, coated in sweet cinnamon sugar.
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Notes
- 🌡️ Hot Oil Matters:
- 🌡️
- Heat your oil to around 355°F (180°C) for crisp Buñuelos without greasiness. A thermometer will ensure the oil is at the right temperature.
- 👥 Fry in Batches:
- 👥
- Avoid overcrowding by frying one or two buñuelos at a time. This ensures even cooking and prevents overlapping dough.
- 🎈 Air Pocket Control:
- 🎈
- When frying, press buñuelos gently with metal tongs or a slotted spoon for the first 10-15 seconds. This evenly cooks both sides and minimizes air pockets.
- 🍯 Warm & Sugary:
- 🍯
- Coat buñuelos with cinnamon sugar while still warm for better adherence and an even, sweet coating.
- 🍳 Choose Your Pot Wisely:
- 🍳
- For frying, opt for a Dutch oven or a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to prevent oil splatters. A high-sided pot will keep your stove clean.
- 🌀 Air Fryer Alternative:
- 🌀
- For an air fryer method, lightly brush the Buñuelos dough with oil and place them in the air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. This method offers a healthier alternative with less oil while achieving the desired crispiness. Remember to not overlap the Buñuelos in the air fryer for even cooking.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
500kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
42g
(65%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
12g
Monounsaturated Fat
27g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Sodium
173mg
(7%)
Potassium
30mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.01mg
(0%)
Calcium
37mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 500 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 500kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 42g | 65% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12g | 71% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 27g | 135% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 173mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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