LOS MEJORES BUNUELOS

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour offers more fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey is a natural sweetener with a lower glycemic index.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

In a pot, combine 6 pieces of piloncillo, 6 cups of water, 1 stick of cinnamon, and 1.5 cups of sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium.

In a mixing bowl, add 1 kilo of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.

Add 2 tablespoons of lard and 1 egg to the dry ingredients, breaking them apart until well combined.

Gradually add 2.5 cups of warm water, mixing until the dough comes together without kneading yet.

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, adding extra flour if it is too sticky.

Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

After resting, divide the dough into small balls, making them small for easy rolling.

Coat each ball with lard to prevent sticking, then roll them out into thin tortillas.

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat for frying the buñuelos.

Fry each tortilla until golden brown, pressing down to ensure even cooking. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Prepare the syrup by boiling the mixture until it thickens, then dip the fried buñuelos into the syrup.

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