Mexican Buñuelos
Description:
Light, crispy, and coated in cinnamon sugar, Mexican buñuelos are a beloved treat served at Christmas, New Year’s, and festive gatherings. These golden discs of fried dough are slightly sweet, delightfully crunchy, and perfect alongside hot chocolate or café de olla. Their irresistible aroma of cinnamon and fried dough fills the kitchen, making them as joyful to make as they are to eat.
Ingredients
For the dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1/2 cup warm milk (plus 1–2 tablespoons more if needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For frying:
Vegetable oil, for deep frying
For coating:
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
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