Best 8 Puffy Sopaipillas Recipes

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Sopapillas are a delicious fried bread that is popular in many Latin American countries. They are often served with honey or cinnamon sugar for a sweet treat, or with savory fillings like beans and cheese. Sopapillas can be made with a variety of different ingredients, but the most common recipe includes flour, baking powder, salt, and water. The dough is then fried until it is golden brown and puffy. Sopapillas are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Read on for the best recipe to make puffy sopapillas that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

REAL SOPAPILLAS



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Sopapillas for any occasion. Serve hot with honey, or your own tostados recipe.

Provided by Leaz

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons shortening
1 ½ cups warm water
2 quarts oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, salt and shortening. Stir in water; mix until dough is smooth. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes.
  • Roll out on floured board until 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 3 inch squares. Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 127.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PUFFY SOPAIPILLAS



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Our teenage son requests these sweet doughnut puffs for dessert whenever we have enchiladas. They're similar to sopaipillas we used to enjoy at a favorite Mexican restaurant.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm evaporated milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
Oil for deep-fat frying
Honey, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, shortening, salt and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours, Turn onto a floured surface; roll into a 16-in. x 14-in. rectangle. Cut into 2-in. squares. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry squares, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm with honey if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

SOPAPILLAS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 18 sopapillas

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
3 tablespoons lard
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Honey, for drizzling

Steps:

  • For the sopapillas: Heat the milk and sugar in a small saucepan over low heat until the sugar melts and the milk is warm to the touch.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook, add the flour, lard, baking powder and salt. Mix for 1 minute to incorporate the lard. With the machine running on medium, drizzle the warm milk mixture into the mixing bowl. Mix until a ball of dough forms. Cover with plastic wrap and chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  • When ready, heat 2 inches of vegetable oil to 385 degrees F in a Dutch oven. Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
  • For the topping: Mix together the sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Dust your work surface with all-purpose flour and roll the dough out to a 6-by-12-inch rectangle. It should be about 1/8 inch thick. Cut the dough into 2-inch squares and fry in batches of 6 until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
  • Using a spider, remove the hot sopapillas from the oil to the paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the sopapillas and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with honey. Serve warm.

SOPAIPILLAS



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Light, crispy pastry puffs, sopaipillas are a sweet way to round out a spicy meal. They make a nice winter dessert served warm and topped with honey or sugar. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon shortening
1/3 cup warm water
Oil for deep-fat frying
Honey, optional
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a loose ball forms (dough will be crumbly)., On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for 3 minutes or until smooth. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll out into a 12x10-in. rectangle. Cut into 12 squares with a knife or cut into 12 circles using a round biscuit cutter. , In a deep-fat fryer, heat 2 in. oil to 375°. Fry sopaipillas for 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels; keep warm. If desired, serve with honey and/or dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOPAPILLAS



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This is a flat bread that is easy to prepare, and is usually served with something sweet to put on top. Honey or cinnamon sugar. I prefer it with honey butter. Sometimes it can be served with guacamole or bean dips in place of traditional tortillas.

Provided by Xenia

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 22m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
¾ cup water
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Using hands, mix in water to make a smooth dough. Knead lightly on a floured surface. Cut dough into 12 pieces, and shape into round balls. Cover, and set aside.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into thin circles. Cut each circle into triangles. Fry in hot oil, until golden brown, turning when dough puffs. Remove, and drain well on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 254.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SOPAIPILLAS RECIPE BY TASTY



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These deep fried pastries are a classic treat in New Mexican households. Delicious served with tea or coffee, their light sweetness perfectly balances out a spicy meal. The dough comes together quickly, so be sure to warm up your oil for deep frying before you start. Once you drop the sopaipillas in the fryer, flip them immediately so that they form that signature pillow puff. They are great to serve to a crowd - but they sure won't last long!

Provided by Marigrace Angelo

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 sopaipillas

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ cup whole milk
½ cup warm water
¼ cup dark chocolate chips
¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil
½ teaspoon ancho chile powder
½ teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons heavy cream, warmed
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup honey
¼ cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Make the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, vegetable oil, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk and warm water and stir with a rubber spatula until a sticky dough forms.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes, until no longer sticky.
  • Place the dough on a plate or baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth. Let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into 3 equal balls, cover again with damp cloth, and let rest for 30-60 minutes.
  • Make the chocolate dipping sauce: Add the dark and milk chocolate and coconut oil to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted. Stir in the ancho chile powder and cinnamon. Whisk in the warm cream, 1 tablespoon at a time, until a thin dipping sauce consistency is reached. Stir in the vanilla. Set aside.
  • Fill a Dutch oven or large pot fitted with a deep fry thermometer with about 3 inches (7 cm) of vegetable oil. Heat the oil until it reaches 400°F (200°C).
  • While the oil is heating, shape the sopaipillas: On a lightly floured surface, roll out 1 of the 3 dough balls to a 8-inch (20 cm) square. Cut into 4 4-inch (10 cm) squares, discarding any extra trimmed dough. Place the squares on a baking sheet and cover with a damp towel. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  • Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set near the pot of oil.
  • Gently transfer one square of dough into the hot oil as a tester--it should float to the surface within a few seconds. As soon as the dough floats, flip it over immediately. Keep turning the dough every 5 seconds or so, until it puffs up like a pillow and turns light golden brown, about 1 minute. Remove from the oil and drain on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough squares, frying 2-4 at a time, or however many will fit without crowding the pot.
  • Drizzle half of the sopaipillas with the honey and dust with the powdered sugar. Serve the other half with chocolate dipping sauce. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 13 grams

SOPAPILLAS



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If oil is the right temperature, sopapillas will puff up. We like to make with chili or stew. You can also shake them in a bag with cinnamon/sugar and make something that tastes like a churro.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Breads

Time 33m

Yield 18-24 sopapillas

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
3/4 cup water
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Cut shortening in until mixture is a rough texture.
  • Gradually add warm water.
  • Mix to form dough.
  • Knead until smooth.
  • Cover and let stand for 20 minutes (this will make it easier to roll out).
  • Start oil heating (desired temp is 375° - 400°).
  • On a lightly floured board, roll dough thin (between 1/4 and 1/8 inch).
  • Cut into 3 inch squares.
  • Fry a few at a time, turning when golden and puffed up.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve immediately.

SOPAIPILLAS (FRITTERS)



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From Mexican Cooking at the Academy, California Culinary Academy. Sopaipillas are golden-fried puffs of dough. In new Mexico where they are popular, they are usually eaten with honey, as suggested here. Sopaipillas are also good served with soups, and at brunches, parties, and buffets. My DH and I love this recipe. Great to serve with Mexican food. We fill them with honey and sometimes make a salad in them with lettuce, tomato, avocado, salsa, and sour cream. Yummy! Cook time doesn't include 1 hour rest time.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 30 sopaipillas

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
1 cup warm water
oil, 1 1/2 inches deep for frying
honey

Steps:

  • Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt; cut in shortening with a pastry blender until coarse crumbs form.
  • Gradually work in the water to form a pastry-like dough. Turn onto a light floured board. Place a damp cloth over and allow to rest for 1 hour.
  • In large, heavy frying pan, heat oil to 425°F Divide dough in half (you will find it easier to handle this way). Roll each ball of dough as thin as possible. Cut into 3-inch squares and fry in hot oil, pushing squares down into the oil several times so that they will puff evenly. Turn once to brown and cook until golden on both sides. Place on paper towels to drain.
  • Serve warm with honey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.2, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 63.5, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 0.3, Protein 1.3

Tips:

  • Use cold water to make the dough. This will help the sopaipillas puff up more.
  • Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help the sopaipillas hold their shape.
  • Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes before frying. This will help the gluten relax and make the sopaipillas more tender.
  • Fry the sopaipillas in hot oil until they are golden brown. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
  • Serve the sopaipillas hot with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include honey, cinnamon sugar, or fruit.

Conclusion:

Sopaipillas are a delicious and versatile fried bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like them sweet or savory, sopaipillas are sure to please everyone at your table.

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