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Mexican Buñuelos

Cultural Context

Buñuelos are a traditional Mexican treat often enjoyed during festive occasions like Christmas and Día de los Muertos. These crispy, sweet pastries symbolize celebration and community, bringing families together to share in their deliciousness. While the classic version is deep-fried, modern adaptations include baked variations, making them accessible to a wider audience.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups flour
2 cups milk
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
ground cinnamon
pinch of salt
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 quart vegetable oil

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup provides a unique flavor.

1

Warm the milk until it's just warm, not too hot.

2

In a stand mixer, add warm milk, flour, eggs, pinch of salt, and about 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract.

3

Mix for about 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

4

Strain the mixture through a fine strainer to remove lumps.

5

Cover the strained mixture and let it rest for about 10 minutes.

6

Heat about 1 quart of vegetable oil to 160°C (320°F).

7

Dip the mold into the hot oil for about 5-6 seconds, then shake off excess oil.

8

Dip the mold into the batter, ensuring not to overfill it.

9

Fry the buñuelos, turning them every 15 seconds for about 2 minutes until golden brown.

10

Remove the buñuelos from the oil, shaking off excess oil.

11

Dust one side of the buñuelos with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

stand mixerfine strainerfrying moldthermometerlarge pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BuñuelosBuñuelos de Viento
Local Name: Buñuelos

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