Sopaipilla Stars
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 1 dozen.
These deep-fried breads were a hit when I made them for our daughter's birthday party. They're a fun way to round out a Mexican-themed meal. —Glenda Jarboe, Oroville, California
Ingredients
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1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons shortening
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2/3 cup water
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Oil for deep-fat frying
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Confectioners' sugar and honey
Directions
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1.
In a small bowl, combine dry ingredients; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until mixture holds together.
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2.
On a lightly floured surface, knead dough for 1-2 minutes or until smooth. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. star cookie cutter or into 2-1/2-in. triangles.
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3.
In an electric skillet or deep fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry sopaipillas 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and puffed. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar; serve immediately with honey.
Nutrition Facts
1 sopaipilla: 114 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 264mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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