Cinnamon Buñuelos with Orange Syrup

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Traditional Mexican fried dough crisps dusted with cinnamon sugar and drizzled with a bright orange syrup for a festive treat. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1/2 cup whole milk. Stir until a soft dough forms.
  2. Step 2: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently for 3-4 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle about 6 inches in diameter.
  4. Step 4: Heat 3 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat to 350°F. Fry each dough circle for about 1-2 minutes per side until golden and puffed. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Step 5: Mix 1 cup granulated sugar with 2 tbsp ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. Immediately toss the warm buñuelos in the cinnamon sugar to coat.
  6. Step 6: For the syrup, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/2 cup fresh orange juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle the warm orange syrup over the cinnamon-coated buñuelos before serving.

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