Vegan Classic Sopapillas

Indulge in the warm, golden perfection of Vegan Classic Sopapillas, a plant-based twist on a beloved dessert! These light and airy pillows of fried dough are made from a simple, wholesome mixture of all-purpose flour, coconut oil, and a touch of sugar, creating a crisp exterior that gives way to a tender, fluffy interior. Prepared in just 30 minutes, these sopapillas are deep-fried until irresistibly puffy, then drizzled with agave nectar or maple syrup and finished with a hint of cinnamon. Perfect as a shareable treat or a crowd-pleasing dessert, this vegan sopapilla recipe brings classic comfort to your table with no dairy or eggs, making it ideal for everyone to enjoy. Serve them warm and let the combination of crisp texture and sweet syrupy drizzle transport you straight to dessert heaven!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 0.75 cup warm water
• 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cup agave nectar or maple syrup (for serving)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add in the coconut oil and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Slowly pour in the warm water while stirring with a spoon or your hand until the dough comes together.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 6

After the dough has rested, roll it out to a 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface.

Step 7

Cut the dough into roughly 3-inch squares or rectangles.

Step 8

In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to about 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Carefully place a few sopapilla pieces at a time into the hot oil, frying until golden brown and puffed, about 1 minute per side.

Step 10

Use a slotted spoon to remove the sopapillas from the oil, draining them on paper towels.

Step 11

To serve, drizzle with agave nectar or maple syrup and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.

Step 12

Enjoy these warm and crisp vegan sopapillas as a delightful dessert or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1008.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5414.9

Total Fat 503.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2082.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 55.8g
Protein 24.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 61.9mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 268.7mg	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: 80.6%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 17.6%