Sarah's Sopapillas

Delight your taste buds with Sarah's Sopapillas, a classic homemade treat that's crispy, golden, and irresistibly fluffy. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of butter or shortening, these fried delights puff up beautifully in hot oil, creating the perfect pocketed texture. Each sopapilla is finished with a drizzle of sweet honey or a light dusting of powdered sugar, making them an indulgent dessert or a delightful snack. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your cravings in a flash. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, these sopapillas are a surefire crowd-pleaser that brings a touch of authentic Southwestern flavor to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening or unsalted butter
• 1 cup warm water
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Cut the vegetable shortening or butter into the dry ingredients using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the warm water a little at a time while mixing with your hands or a spoon until a soft, elastic dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and pliable.

Step 5

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

Step 7

Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into a 5-6 inch circle, about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 8

In a deep skillet or heavy saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.

Step 9

Carefully place one dough circle in the hot oil. It will sink briefly and then puff up as it cooks. Fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 10

Using a slotted spoon, remove the sopapilla from the oil and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough circles.

Step 11

Drizzle warm sopapillas with honey, or dust them with powdered sugar, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1740.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10164.0

Total Fat 977.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 142.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3269.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 407.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 128.8g
Protein 37.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 55.0mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 449.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 83.2%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 15.4%