Pan-Fried Mexican Buñuelos with Cinnamon Sugar

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Thin, crispy Mexican buñuelos fried to golden perfection and dusted with a fragrant cinnamon sugar blend for a delightful treat. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 45 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 220 calories and feeds 10, 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: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves 10 Mexican cuisine 220 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, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar until well combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 1 large egg with 3/4 cup milk until smooth, then gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean towel and let rest for 20 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Heat about 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F.
  5. Step 5: Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces and roll each piece on a floured surface into a thin circle about 6-7 inches in diameter.
  6. Step 6: Fry each dough circle one at a time in the hot oil for about 1 minute per side until golden and puffed, using tongs to flip carefully.
  7. Step 7: Remove the fried buñuelos and drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle each with a mixture of 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tbsp ground cinnamon while still warm.
  8. Step 8: Serve warm for a crisp, sweet Mexican dessert experience.

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