Buñuelos

Ingredients

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Baking powder

1 tablespoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Granulated sugar

1/2 cup, divided

Egg

1 large

Milk

3/4 cup

Vegetable oil

for frying

Ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together until smooth and homogenous.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed until manageable.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Ensure there is enough oil to fully submerge the buñuelos.
5. Take small portions of the dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and shape them into smooth balls.
6. Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Once golden, remove the buñuelos from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
8. In a shallow dish, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon.
9. While the buñuelos are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
10. Serve the buñuelos warm, and enjoy their delightful flavor and texture!