Description
Golden, crispy, and dusted with cinnamon sugar, these traditional Mexican Buñuelos are an irresistible fried dessert that’s easier to make than you think—perfect for holidays or cozy afternoons.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons refined coconut oil, melted
- ⅔ cup warm water
- 1–2 cups neutral vegetable oil (for frying)
- 6 tablespoons cane sugar
- ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift flour, baking powder, and salt together. Stir in melted coconut oil and warm water until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10–15 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
- While resting, mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Set aside.
- Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350–375°F (175–190°C).
- Divide dough into 8 pieces, roll into balls, and flatten into thin discs using a rolling pin or tortilla press.
- Fry each buñuelo for 30–45 seconds per side until golden and bubbly. Drain on paper towels.
- Immediately coat both sides with the cinnamon-sugar mixture while still warm.
- Serve warm and enjoy with hot chocolate or café de olla.
Notes
Let the dough rest to ensure easy rolling and prevent cracking. Always coat the buñuelos while warm for the best cinnamon-sugar adherence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 buñuelo
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bunuelos recipe, mexican dessert, fried dough, cinnamon sugar, easy bunuelos