Traditional SOPAPILLA Recipe

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

Agave syrup is a lower glycemic index sweetener.

Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

Add shortening and crumble it together with the flour mixture.

Slowly pour in 3/4 cup of warm water and mix until combined.

Knead the dough for 3 to 5 minutes until it no longer sticks to your hands.

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it sit for 20 minutes.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Roll out the dough into a large circle and cut into desired shapes.

Fry the dough pieces in hot oil until golden brown and puffed up.

Remove from oil and drain on a kitchen towel.

Dip the fried sopapillas into cinnamon sugar immediately after frying.

Top with powdered sugar and honey before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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