Portuguese Christmas Desserts: 5 Essential Sweet Recipes!

Combine 1 cup of warm water and 2 teaspoons of yeast in a bowl and let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk and 1/2 cup of butter until melted; remove from heat and let cool slightly.

In a large bowl, mix 4 cups of flour, 1 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.

Add the yeast mixture and the milk mixture to the dry ingredients; stir until combined.

Incorporate 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.

Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Heat oil in a deep pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.

Scoop spoonfuls of dough and carefully drop them into the hot oil, frying in batches.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side; remove and drain on paper towels.

Dust the warm sonhos with 1 cup of powdered sugar before serving.

Serve warm and enjoy the festive flavors.

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